P0A36 Trouble Code

View P0A36 obd/2 error code description and symptoms. P0A36 engine photo

Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Intermittent Indicates the powertrain control module (PCM) detected an error in the vehicle speed information. Vehicle speed data is received from either the vehicle speed sensor (VSS), transfer case speed sensor (TCSS), anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module, generic electronic module (GEM), or central timer module (CTM). This DTC is set the same way as P0A36. However, it is intended to flash the transmission control indicator lamp (TCIL) for first time VSS circuit error/malfunctions. Refer to possible causes for P0A36

One example of this would be when an automatic vehicle in placed in gear. To prevent the added drag from the torque converter and transmission from reducing the idling speed, the PCM will command the idle control valve to allow more air to enter the engine, while at the same time, adjusting the injector pulse width to inject more fuel to suit the increased amount of air. Note that the idle air control valve is closed by the PCM when the throttle plate is opened to prevent excess air from entering the engine.

P0A36 Error Code Repair Process :

If your mirror driver up circuit short to battery check engine light is illuminated, it's best to take it in for diagnostic testing, which can feel like a hassle. Because while the lights vary in appearance from vehicle to vehicle, all have the same basic meaning: There's a problem with the car's emissions system. The on-board diagnostics system P0A36 and engine control unit are in charge of monitoring a bunch of different mirror driver up circuit short to battery, and if they get a reading that's a little out of whack, up pops the check engine light.

P0A36 is a kind of Powertrain Trouble Code

Powertrain of a modern automobile, comprising engine (with exhaust system), transmission, drive shaft, suspension and the wheels. In a motor vehicle, the term powertrain or powerplant describes the main components that generate power and deliver it to the road surface, water, or air.

Common Causes of P0A36

A common cause of code P0A36 is the failure of Mirror Driver Up Circuit Short To Battery, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;

EVAP system hose leaking
EVAP system hose leaking
Air fuel ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Bank 1 circuit poor electrical connection
Fuel pressure

P0A36 code for all cars

You can view according P0A36 DTC for your car model. We selected several models to see obd2 solutions click and view it.

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