E16
Kubota 5V/8V Sensor Supply Circuit Failure

Kubota standby generator displays E16 and shuts down; controller log indicates 'Sensor Supply Fault' or 'Analog Input Error'.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Shorted sensor (e.g., oil pressure, coolant temp), Shorted wiring harness, Failed internal regulator in controller, Incorrect aftermarket sensor installed

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn OFF the generator and disconnect battery negative before testing sensor circuits.

  • Identify affected sensors: Refer to the Kubota wiring diagram to see which sensors share the same supply (5 V or 8 V). Common ones include oil pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel level.
  • Unplug sensors one by one: Reconnect battery and power the controller (without starting). Measure the sensor supply voltage. Unplug each sensor in turn; if voltage returns to normal after unplugging a specific sensor, that sensor is likely shorted.
  • Inspect harness: If unplugging sensors does not restore voltage, inspect the harness for pinched or rubbed-through wires that may be shorting to ground.
  • Replace faulty sensor: Install a genuine Kubota sensor with the correct resistance range. Avoid generic sensors that may overload the supply.
  • Controller check: If the supply remains low or absent with all sensors disconnected and wiring intact, the controller's internal regulator may be damaged and the controller will need replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Oil Pressure Sensor
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