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PowertrainP2836

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Shift fork 'B' position circuit

18 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 18

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Ashok Leyland CVP2836No description available Powertrain
BAIC MotorP2836Shift Fork 'B' Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
BYDP2836Shift Fork 'B' Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
CheryP2836Shift Fork 'B' Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFSP2836Shift Fork 'B' Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFFXP2836Shift Fork 'B' Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
DFXKP2836Shift Fork 'B' Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
EOBDP2836Vaihtovivun 'B' asennon piiri BrandPowertrain
GeelyP2836Shift Fork 'B' Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
GMP2836Shift Fork 'B' Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
Great WallP2836Shift Fork 'B' Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
HafeiP2836Shift Fork 'B' Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
HyundaiP2836No description available Powertrain
Land RoverP2836Shift Fork 'B' Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
PeugeotP2836No description available Powertrain
SaabP2836Shift Fork 'B' Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
MG (SAIC)P2836Shift Fork 'B' Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
ToyotaP2836Shift fork 'B' 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.

5Extended variant codes 3

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P2836 and may be reported by some scan tools.

BrandCodeDescriptionSystem
Mercedes-BenzP283638The position sensor of shift fork B has an electrical fault. There is an incorrect signal frequency. BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP283662Shift Fork 'B' Position Circuit BrandPowertrain
Mercedes-BenzP283692The position sensor of shift fork B has an electrical fault. The function or the instruction is faulty. BrandPowertrain

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