Powertrain
generic / SAE
P0516
Battery Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
Same as P0515 with the signal voltage below the plausible range. Wiring faults of this kind typically come from chafing, water ingress at connector seals, or pin push-back — a wiggle test on the harness while the code is active often confirms the location.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number5 / 16
Possible causes
- Signal shorted to ground high
- Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance low
- Harness chafing through insulation low
Symptoms
- EV/hybrid system warning light on
- Reduced power output or limp mode
- Charging may fail or be slowed
- Reduced electric range
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: easy
- DIY: possible
- Estimated cost: 60–220 €
- Estimated time: 0.4–1 h
- Component: battery temperature sensor
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012