P0536
A/C Evaporator Temperature Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
What it means
P0536 means A/C Evaporator Temperature Sensor Circuit Range/Performance.
Where it lives
For P0536, the part to look at first is the sensor named here.
Check these first
- An evaporator temperature sensor out of range
- A corroded sensor connector
- A short or open in the sensor circuit
- An incorrectly installed sensor
- A low refrigerant charge
What to do next
- Read evaporator temperature data on a scan tool
- Move the sensor harness and watch for jumps
- Check the sensor circuit for opens or shorts
- Verify the sensor is seated correctly
- Replace the sensor if readings fall out of range
- Clear the code and retest
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Updated
Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.