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TuningBot DTC Database · v4.37.14

P1036 Diagnostic Trouble Code (4 interpretations)

4 manufacturer-specific interpretations across 3 manufacturers in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainEmissionsOBD2
Brand pages:BMWDodgeVAG

BMW

1 interpretation
P1036
O2 Sensor Circuit Slow Response after Coast Down Fuel Cutoff Bank 2 Sensor 2 BMW · emissions Data confidence 62%

The control module detected that the O2 Sensor responded more slowly than expected. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Dodge

1 interpretation
P1036
Ignition coil, 5 - secondary circuit open Dodge · ignition Data confidence 62%

The control module detected an interruption (open circuit) in the Ignition coil, 5 - secondary circuit, so the expected electrical continuity was not present. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Dodge.

Possible causes

  • Wiring
  • connectors
  • ignition coil 5
  • spark plug
  • ECM

VAG

2 interpretations
P1036
Nitrogen oxides (NOx) heater sensor - short to positive VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to battery voltage in the Nitrogen oxides (NOx) heater circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Audi.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to positive
  • NOx sensor
Applies to Audi
P1036
Nitrogen oxides (NOx) heater sensor - short to positive VAG · engine Data confidence 62%

The control module detected a short circuit to battery voltage in the Nitrogen oxides (NOx) heater circuit. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen.

Possible causes

  • Wiring short to positive
  • NOx sensor
Applies to Volkswagen

Related and nearby codes

How to read P1036

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

1

Manufacturer-defined range: the meaning can differ between brands.

036

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P1036

What does P1036 mean?

Diagnostic Trouble Code (4 interpretations). The control module detected that the O2 Sensor responded more slowly than expected. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by BMW.

Is P1036 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P1036 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: BMW, Dodge, VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

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