OBD Guide

P036C

Ignition G Control Signal Circuit High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$33–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Misfire in a specific cylinder
  • Loss of engine power
  • Floating idle speed
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Hard engine start

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the ignition coil wiring harness
  • Ignition coil malfunction
  • Connection problems/contact oxidation
  • Engine ECU malfunction
  • Mechanical damage to wiring

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the ignition coil wiring harness
  2. Perform a visual inspection of connectors and contacts
  3. Check the resistance of the ignition coil
  4. Check the control signal from the ECU using an oscilloscope
  5. If necessary, replace the ignition coil or ECU

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