Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Information

Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) information ECM-P036500

Condition




The camshaft is divided into a number of segments (flanks). The camshaft houses a gearwheel with a number of teeth (the teeth are positioned between each segment) that are read by the engine control module (ECM) via the camshaft position sensor. The diagnostic trouble code is generated if the control module detects too few segments for a certain number of crankshaft revolutions.
The diagnostic trouble code (DTC) can be diagnosed when starting the engine.

Substitute value
- Engine speed sensor signal.

Possible source
- Open-circuit on the signal cable.
- The signal cable is short-circuited to ground.
- The signal cable is short-circuited to voltage.
- Damaged mass air flow sensor.

Fault symptom[s]
- Warning lights and chimes/Malfunction Indicator Light ("Check engine" light) indication/no indication