Code result
P2C96
Hybrid/EV Battery Disable Circuit/Open
High severity
What it means
The hybrid battery disable circuit reports a circuit/open condition. Service disconnect signal cannot be read reliably.
Is it safe to drive?
No — stop driving
This code can put the vehicle into limp or reduced-power mode. Avoid extended driving and have the vehicle diagnosed promptly.
Most likely causes
Open in disable signal wire
highOne of the most commonly reported causes for this code — check this first.
Service disconnect switch failed open
mediumA plausible cause — test and verify before replacing parts.
Pin pushed back out of connector body
lowLess common, but worth ruling out after the more likely causes.
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