Powertrain
generic / SAE
P250D
Engine Oil Level Sensor Circuit High
The oil level sensor signal voltage reads above the upper limit, typically a short to reference voltage or an open signal return. Pegged at maximum, the ECM cannot distinguish full from invalid and disables the level monitor.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number5 / 0D
Possible causes
- Signal wire shorted to reference voltage high
- Open signal return medium
- Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance low
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: medium
- DIY: possible
- Estimated cost: 80–400 €
- Estimated time: 0.5–2 h
- Component: oil level sensor
- Component: sensor wiring
Sources
References
sae:J2012