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PowertrainP2536

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Ignition switch accessory position circuit

26 brands affected · Description from Toyota data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions

1What it means in plain English

The engine or powertrain control system has stored a fault that does not have specific guidance in this database yet.

2Common causes

  1. Sensor or actuator fault
  2. Wiring or connector fault
  3. Vacuum or intake leak
  4. Fuel or ignition problem
  5. Control module fault

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

Have it diagnosed promptly. If the car runs and drives normally, drive gently to a workshop. If it runs badly, stalls, overheats, loses oil pressure, or a warning light is flashing or red, stop safely and get professional help. If the code concerns the brakes, brake vacuum or brake assist, do not drive until it is checked: a hard pedal or longer stopping distance means stop.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 26

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2536No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP2536No description available Powertrain
BYDP2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
CheryP2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
DaewooP2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2536Avainasema lisälaitteiden virtapiiri BrandPowertrain
GeelyP2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
GMP2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
HoldenP2536Ignition Accessory Switch Circuit BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP2536No description available Powertrain
IsuzuP2536No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP2536Ignition switch accessory position circuit BrandPowertrain
MaseratiP2536No description available Powertrain
OpelP2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2536No description available Powertrain
SaabP2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
SprinterP2536No description available Powertrain
TataP2536Ignition Switch Accessory Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2536Ignition switch accessory position circuit BrandPowertrain

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

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