P1236

DTC P1236: A/D Converter

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
Monitors whether input voltage from the accelerator pedal position sensor (sub) is normally converted into a digital signal in the ECM.

MONITOR EXECUTION
Continuous

MONITOR EXECUTION CONDITIONS (Other monitor and Sensor)

Other Monitor (There is no temporary DTC stored in memory for the item monitored below)
- Not applicable

Sensor (The sensor below is determined to be normal)
- Not applicable

DTC SET CONDITIONS

Check Condition
- Ignition switch is "ON" position.

Judgment Criterion
- When the input voltage from the accelerator pedal position sensor (sub) is periodically 0 V for 0.45 second, the digital value of the input voltage indicates 0.2 V or more.

FAIL-SAFE AND BACKUP FUNCTION
- Throttle opening degree position is in default position.

OBD-II DRIVE CYCLE PATTERN
- None.

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS (The most likely causes for this code to be set are:)
- ECM failed.

DIAGNOSIS

Required Special Tools:
- MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
- MB991824: V.C.I.
- MB991827: USB Cable
- MB991910: Main Harness A

STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991958, read the diagnostic trouble code (DTC).







CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.

1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Read the DTC.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Q: Is DTC P1236 set?

YES : Replace the ECM. When the ECM is replaced, register the ID code.

NO : It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent.