P3896 Mercury Roadster OBD Code

OBD/2 P3896 error code description and symptoms.

Variable Cam Timing Over-advanced (Bank 1) The comprehensive component monitor (CCM) monitors the VCT position for an over-advanced camshaft timing.
The test fails when the camshaft timing exceeds a maximum calibrated value or remains in an advanced position. Cam timing improperly set No oil flow to the VCT piston chamber Low oil pressure VCT solenoid valve stuck closed Camshaft advance mechanism binding (VCT unit) P3896 DTC is a check of the VCT unit.

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.

P3896 Mercury Roadster Error Code Repair Process :

If your air suspension ride height select switch circuit failure 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 P3896 and engine control unit are in charge of monitoring a bunch of different air suspension ride height select switch circuit failure, and if they get a reading that's a little out of whack, up pops the check engine light.

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Cost Prediction : $ 40-75

Common Causes of Mercury Roadster P3896 OBD2 Code

A common cause of code P3896 is the failure of Air Suspension Ride Height Select Switch Circuit Failure, but there are several other possible causes as well, such as ;
Wrench Tool P3896 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.

P3896 code for other Mercury cars

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