Code 36 (Canister Purge Control)

Defect Code 36:

•D•1 Defect code memory: 36 Fuel evaporation control valve:

Explanation: This defect code is stored when a short occurs at the fuel evaporation control valve or on its supply wire.

Effects of defect:

- Short to ground: No fuel evaporation control since the solenoid valve remains closed.

- Short to positive (or break): The solenoid valve constantly remains open. As a result, the fuel vapors supplied via the fuel evaporation control valve can lead to malfunctions when idling and during acceleration.

Troubleshooting: Activate TE-valve with •D•3 Component activation. Does the TE-valve respond?

- YES: Check wire and connector for loose contact.

- NO: Connect test lamp (12 V 10 W) and activate component. Does test lamp flash?

- YES: Check function of TE-valve.

- NO: Check voltage supply at TE-valve. Check wires. Check output at digital motor electronics control unit (Pin 36).

See - Component Testing.