AutoCodes – Generic – P1366

P1366 Code - Top Dead Center Sensor 2 Intermittent Interruption

Quick Answer

P1366 indicates Top Dead Center Sensor 2 Intermittent Interruption. Common causes include Faulty Top Dead Center (TDC) Sensor 2, Top Dead Center Sensor 2 harness is open or shorted, Top Dead Center Sensor 2 circuit poor electrical connection. 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: P1366 indicates Top Dead Center Sensor 2 Intermittent Interruption.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty Top Dead Center (TDC) Sensor 2, Top Dead Center Sensor 2 harness is open or shorted, Top Dead Center Sensor 2 circuit poor electrical connection.
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 16,883

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Intermediate (2 / 3)

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Code P1366 Description

OBDII Code P1366 - Top Dead Center Sensor 2 Intermittent Interruption - AutoCodes.com — P1366 Code - Top Dead Center Sensor 2 Intermittent Interruption

What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1366?

Faulty Top Dead Center (TDC) Sensor 2
Top Dead Center Sensor 2 harness is open or shorted
Top Dead Center Sensor 2 circuit poor electrical connection

How to Fix the DTC P1366?

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 P1366 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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Information for Specific Makes

P1366 Acura — Top Dead Center Sensor 2 Intermittent Interruption
P1366 Audi — Cylinder 4 Ignition Circuit Short to Ground
P1366 Buick — Ignition Control Cylinder 6 Not Toggling AFter Enable
P1366 Cadillac — Ignition Control Cylinder 6 Not Toggling AFter Enable
P1366 Chevrolet — Ignition Control Cylinder 6 Not Toggling After Enable
P1366 GMC — Ignition Control Cylinder 6 Not Toggling After Enable
P1366 Honda — Top Dead Center Sensor 2 Intermittent Interruption
P1366 Jaguar — Ignition Coil Cylinder 6 No Activation
P1366 Lexus — 'E' Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit Open/Low/High Bank 1
P1366 Toyota — 'E' Camshaft Position Actuator Circuit Open/Low/High Bank 1
P1366 Volkswagen — Cylinder 4 Ignition Circuit Short to Ground

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