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C1436 Toyota Code - Yaw Rate Sensor Malfunction

Quick Answer

The Skid Control ECU (Brake Actuator Assembly) receives signals from the Yaw Rate and Acceleration Sensor (Airbag Sensor Assembly) via the Control Area Network (CAN) communication system. Common causes include Yaw Rate Sensor (Airbag Sensor Assembly) Calibration, Faulty Yaw Rate Sensor, Yaw Rate Sensor harness is open or shorted. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means
C1436 Toyota indicates Yaw Rate Sensor Malfunction.
Common causes
Common causes include Yaw Rate Sensor (Airbag Sensor Assembly) Calibration, Faulty Yaw Rate Sensor, Yaw Rate Sensor harness is open or shorted.
Severity
High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?
Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.
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Code Popularity 13,628
How popular is this code, among other codes? Low
Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Jan 29, 2023
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Code C1436 Toyota Description

The Skid Control ECU (Brake Actuator Assembly) receives signals from the Yaw Rate and Acceleration Sensor (Airbag Sensor Assembly) via the Control Area Network (CAN) communication system. The Airbag Sensor Assembly has a built-in Yaw Rate and Acceleration Sensor and detects the vehicle's condition. If there is trouble in the bus lines between the Acceleration Sensor (Airbag Sensor Assembly) and the CAN communication system, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U0124 (Lost Communication with Lateral Acceleration Sensor Module) is set. This DTC is also output when calibration has not been completed.
OBDII Code C1436 Toyota - Yaw Rate Sensor Malfunction - AutoCodes.com
C1436 Toyota Code - Yaw Rate Sensor Malfunction

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC C1436 Toyota?

  • Yaw Rate Sensor (Airbag Sensor Assembly) Calibration
  • Faulty Yaw Rate Sensor
  • Yaw Rate Sensor harness is open or shorted
  • Yaw Rate Sensor circuit poor electrical connection

How to Fix the DTC C1436 Toyota?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the C1436 Toyota code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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