The control module detected that the signal in the Engine Coolant Bypass Valve C Position circuit stayed above the expected operating range.
TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.14
P23C5 Engine Coolant Bypass Valve C Position Sensor Circuit High
Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.
What P23C5 means
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How to read P23C5
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P23C5
What does P23C5 mean?
Engine Coolant Bypass Valve C Position Sensor Circuit High. The control module detected that the signal in the Engine Coolant Bypass Valve C Position circuit stayed above the expected operating range.
Is P23C5 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P23C5 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.
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