A/C Evaporator Air Temperature Circuit Low
Findings, check these first
- Shorted evaporator temperature sensor
- Signal wire shorted to ground
- Failed sensor
- Connector moisture
- PCM reference fault
Standard procedure
- Check sensor wiring for shorts
- Disconnect and observe the change
- Test sensor resistance
- Dry and seal the connector
- Replace the sensor if faulty
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Sources and review
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- OBDII.pro: P1436 Ford definition
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- P1436 FORD Code: Meaning, Causes, and Symptoms | OBD2 Codes
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Last updated 2026-09-06.
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