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P1236 – Fuel Pump Relay Coil Circuit

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Symptoms

  • No start
  • Intermittent stall
  • Long crank time
  • Loss of power
  • Check engine light

Causes

  • Open relay coil
  • Shorted coil
  • Wiring damage
  • Poor ground
  • Control module driver fault

Diagnosis

  • Check relay coil resistance
  • Inspect wiring
  • Check power and ground
  • Scope driver signal
  • Scan for related codes

Repair

  • Replace relay
  • Repair wiring
  • Clean grounds
  • Repair control module driver
  • Secure connectors
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