VOLVO
EFI-0036 - Ignition adjustment signal. Faulty signal
System
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
This fault code has different meanings depending on model, model year or engine. Select the meaning that applies to your car.
Applies to the following models:
2 modelsS40 (1996–2004), V40 (1996–2004)
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What does this fault code mean?
The code is set when the ignition adjustment is locked. The reason is that the ignition advance setting was not finished before the car was driven. The emissions warning lamp lights, but no substitute values are used.
Possible causes
- Ignition adjustment activation has not been completed
What you can do
- 1The ignition advance setting has to be finished. Start the engine and let it idle, then have a workshop complete the setting with diagnostic equipment.
- 2Check on a test drive that the code does not return.
- 3If it returns, have a workshop troubleshoot the ignition advance with diagnostic equipment.
Symptoms you may notice1
- The malfunction indicator lamp lights up
What the fault can affect1
- No substitute values are used
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.