P0C3D OBD-II: DC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor "B" Circuit

P0C3D Severity

Urgent

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What causes OBD-II fault code P0C3D?

The Motor Generator (MG) control module is part of the Inverter/Converter Assembly. Built into this control module is a temperature sensor so that the MG control module can regulate the operating temperature of the Inverter/Converter Assembly from overheating. If this sensor fails, code P0C3D will set.

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OBD II Fault Code

  • OBD II P0C3D

OBD-II Code Diagnostic Trouble Code is defined as a DC/DC Converter Temperature Sensor "B" Circuit

The Motor Generator (MG) control module is part of the Inverter/Converter Assembly. Built into this control module is a temperature sensor so that the MG control module can regulate the operating temperature of the Inverter/Converter Assembly from overheating. If this sensor fails, code P0C3D will be set.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Symptoms

  • High voltage system temperature light may be illuminated

Common Problems That Trigger the P0C3D Code

  • Inverter/converter assembly failure
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