OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P2C96 Hybrid/EV Battery Disable Circuit/Open
The hybrid battery disable circuit reports a circuit/open condition. Service disconnect signal cannot be read reliably.
Is it safe to drive with P2C96?
The car may go into limp mode (reduced power). Get it diagnosed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Most likelyOpen in disable signal wire
- PossibleService disconnect switch failed open
- Less likelyPin pushed back out of connector body
Symptoms
- EV/hybrid system warning light on
- Reduced power output or limp mode
- Charging may fail or be slowed
- Reduced electric range
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.5–3 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Hybrid Battery Disable Switch, Wiring Harness, Bms
Related codes
- P2C93Hybrid/EV Battery Contactor Control Supply Circuit Range/Performance
- P2C94Hybrid/EV Battery Contactor Control Supply Circuit/Low
- P2C95Hybrid/EV Battery Contactor Control Supply Circuit/High
- P2C97Hybrid/EV Battery Disable Circuit Low
- P2C98Hybrid/EV Battery Disable Circuit High
- P2C99Throttle Actuator A Control Exceeded Learning Limit
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.