Powertrain, generic · Vehicle speed, idle control and auxiliary inputs

P058F Battery Monitor Module Temperature Too Low

Check engine lightOn
EmissionsRelevant
Drive cycleRequired
Limp modeNo

The battery monitor module (intelligent battery sensor) sits on the negative terminal of the 12 V battery: a shunt measures current, electronics also measure voltage and temperature and calculate state of charge, health and cranking ability, reporting over LIN. Energy management uses the data for alternator control, idle boost and stop-start release, which is why the engine module diagnoses it. GM sets P058A–P058F in its engine modules from 2016 as type B, warning lamp after two trips. P058F means the module reports a temperature below its plausible range: GM sets it below −43 °C in 4 of 5 samples, but only with an outside temperature above −20 °C – so the value is physically implausible, usually an open sensing circuit or faulty sensor. It suspends P058C; the charge voltage then lacks correct temperature compensation.

Likely causes

Battery sensor faulty internally (temperature element open)
Sensor software or initialisation after power loss
Supply or connector problem at the sensor

Symptoms

  • Check engine light on
  • Stop-start not available
  • No driveability problems

Repair estimate

DifficultyEasyDIY possible
Parts and labour€60–250
Time0.3–1 h

Typical range across vehicles; the real cost depends on what the testing finds.

Parts involved

battery monitor modulebattery terminallin busengine control module

Related codes

P058EP058CP058AP058BP058D

References: gsi.ext.gm.com, gsi.ext.gm.com, techtips.ie.