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Chevrolet P0C7D

DTC P0C82 Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor 8 Performance, DTC P0C83 Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor 8 Circuit Low Vol

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ServiceService need is not established by verified evidence. Because this concerns hybrid/EV battery temperature-sensor diagnostics, use a qualified Chevrolet/GM EV service provider for any diagnosis requiring battery-system access.
Confidence95%

Quick answer

For a 2013 Chevrolet Volt (US), the supplied verified evidence links this record to GM bulletin 18-NA-342 and identifies battery temperature-sensor diagnostic codes, including P0C82 and P0C83 for Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor 8. The supplied record itself is labeled P0C7D, while the bulletin excerpt identifies P0C7D as Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor 7 Performance.

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1. What does P0C7D mean?

For a 2013 Chevrolet Volt (US), the supplied verified evidence links this record to GM bulletin 18-NA-342 and identifies battery temperature-sensor diagnostic codes, including P0C82 and P0C83 for Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor 8. The supplied record itself is labeled P0C7D, while the bulletin excerpt identifies P0C7D as Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor 7 Performance.

2. Technical explanation

The verified NHTSA-hosted manufacturer communication 18-NA-342 lists battery temperature sensor diagnostic codes. In the supplied excerpt: P0C7D is identified as “Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor 7 Performance”; P0C7E as Sensor 7 Circuit Low Voltage; P0C7F as Sensor 7 Circuit High Voltage; P0C82 as Sensor 8 Performance; and P0C83 as Sensor 8 Circuit Low Voltage. The supplied diagnostic record has a title/meaning referring to P0C82 and P0C83 despite its code field being P0C7D. This code-to-title discrepancy is present in the supplied evidence and should be confirmed against the vehicle’s actual scan-tool results and applicable service information.

3. What system is affected?

Hybrid/EV battery temperature sensor diagnostics. The supplied evidence specifically references Battery Temperature Sensor 7 and Battery Temperature Sensor 8.

4. How serious is this code?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

5. Symptoms you may notice

Not yet established by verified evidence.

6. Possible causes

Not yet established by verified evidence. A diagnostic identifier alone is not proof that a specific component has failed.

7. Can I still drive the vehicle?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

8. Can I charge the vehicle?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

9. What you can safely do

  • Record all diagnostic trouble codes exactly as displayed by a scan tool.
  • Use the VIN to confirm that GM bulletin 18-NA-342 applies to the vehicle.
  • Have a qualified Chevrolet/GM EV service provider evaluate the fault if diagnosis or repair involves the high-voltage battery system.

10. Step-by-step troubleshooting

  1. Confirm whether the active code is P0C7D, P0C82, P0C83, P0C7E, or P0C7F.
  2. Confirm the vehicle is a 2013 Chevrolet Volt for the US market, as supported by the supplied applicability data.
  3. Review NHTSA-hosted manufacturer communication 18-NA-342 for the applicable diagnostic guidance. Further troubleshooting steps are not established by the supplied excerpt.

11. When to contact service

Service need is not established by verified evidence. Because this concerns hybrid/EV battery temperature-sensor diagnostics, use a qualified Chevrolet/GM EV service provider for any diagnosis requiring battery-system access.

12. What the service center may check

  • Verify the exact stored DTC and its status using an appropriate scan tool.
  • Verify VIN-specific applicability of bulletin 18-NA-342.
  • Review the complete manufacturer bulletin. Specific inspection and test procedures are not established by the supplied excerpt.

13. Possible repair or resolution

  • Not yet established by verified evidence.

14. Affected vehicles

15. Related TSBs / service bulletins

  • GM/Chevrolet bulletin 18-NA-342, published November 19, 2018 and hosted by NHTSA as manufacturer communication MC-10155116-9999. The supplied excerpt lists battery temperature sensor DTCs including P0C7D, P0C7E, P0C7F, P0C82, and P0C83.

16. Recall information

  • Not yet established by verified evidence.

17. Official manufacturer information

NHTSA-hosted GM manufacturer communication: 18-NA-342 / MC-10155116-9999, https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2018/MC-10155116-9999.pdf

19. Frequently asked questions

What does P0C7D mean in the supplied verified bulletin excerpt?

The excerpt identifies P0C7D as Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor 7 Performance.

What do P0C82 and P0C83 mean in the supplied verified bulletin excerpt?

The excerpt identifies P0C82 as Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor 8 Performance and P0C83 as Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor 8 Circuit Low Voltage.

Does the supplied evidence confirm this applies to my vehicle?

The supplied applicability data supports a 2013 Chevrolet Volt in the US. VIN-specific applicability is not established by the supplied evidence.

20. Sources & verification

ReferenceVerified
Chevrolet P0C7D: DTC P0C82 Hybrid/EV Battery Temperature Sensor 8… | EV Diagnostics