AutoCodes – Generic – P1436

P1436 Code - A/C Evaporator Air Temperature Circuit Low

Quick Answer

The A/C Evaporator Temperature (ACET) sensor contains a thermistor which receives a reference voltage from the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Common causes include Faulty A/C Evaporator Temperature (ACET) Sensor, A/C Evaporator Temperature Sensor harness is open or shorted, A/C Evaporator Temperature Sensor circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is Low - monitor the vehicle and repair when practical. The vehicle can usually be driven if no severe symptoms are present, but symptoms should be checked before extended driving.

What it means: P1436 indicates A/C Evaporator Air Temperature Circuit Low.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty A/C Evaporator Temperature (ACET) Sensor, A/C Evaporator Temperature Sensor harness is open or shorted, A/C Evaporator Temperature Sensor circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity: Low - monitor the vehicle and repair when practical.
Can I drive?: The vehicle can usually be driven if no severe symptoms are present, but symptoms should be checked before extended driving.

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Code Popularity 23,679

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Low (Monitor) (1 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Advanced (Pro) (3 / 3)

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Code P1436 Description

The A/C Evaporator Temperature (ACET) sensor contains a thermistor which receives a reference voltage from the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The thermistor then varies the resistance to the reference voltage based on the evaporator discharge air temperature. The resulting voltage is returned to the PCM where it is interpreted as an evaporator discharge air temperature reading.
The PCM maintains evaporator core temperature and prevents icing of the evaporator core, by disengaging the A/C compressor clutch (non-hybrid) or decreasing the electric A/C compressor speed (hybrid) when the evaporator A/C Evaporator Temperature sensor reading falls below acceptable levels, and by engaging the A/C compressor clutch (non-hybrid) or increasing the electric A/C compressor speed (hybrid) when the discharge air temperature rises above acceptable levels.
The A/C Evaporator Temperature sensor is located inside of the heater core and evaporator core housing in the air-stream leaving the evaporator core.
The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Indicates the ACET signal input is less than Self-Test minimum. The Self-Test minimum is 0.13 volts.

OBDII Code P1436 - A/C Evaporator Air Temperature Circuit Low - AutoCodes.com — P1436 Code - A/C Evaporator Air Temperature Circuit Low

What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P1436?

Faulty A/C Evaporator Temperature (ACET) Sensor
A/C Evaporator Temperature Sensor harness is open or shorted
A/C Evaporator Temperature Sensor circuit poor electrical connection
Faulty Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

How to Fix the DTC P1436?

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 P1436 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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About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.