C0035 Diagnostic Trouble Code

C0035 is a kind of OBD-II Diagnostic C-Chassis Diagnostic Trouble Code.

It is considered generic because it applies to all makes and models of vehicles, although specific repair steps may be different depending on your car model.

Symptoms

Symptoms of a C0035 diagnostic trouble code may include:

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated
Carbon Buildup on O2 Sensor
Poor fuel economy
Reduction in engine performance, especially at low RPM levels

Possible Causes :

Dirty air cleaner element Damaged DPF
A plugged converter will cause of host of driveability problems as well as set this code. A severely plugged converter will result in the inability to increase rpm when under load. Look for a code such as P0421 -- catalytic converter efficiency below threshold if the converter indicating a faulty converter.
Low fuel pressure caused by a clogged filter, failing fuel pump, failed fuel pressure regulator or clogged or leaking injectors.

Repair Processes :

Look at the plug wires to make sure they are not burnt or laying on the exhaust. Use the DVOM to test resistance and continuity on all system circuits if actuator and sensor resistance levels are in compliance with manufacturer's specifications. Look for damage to the tank indicating impact that may have damaged the fuel pump or sender.

Process Tips

Diagnostic trouble code C0035 is not difficult to diagnose and repair. Thus, it always pays to have a qualified technician to look after your vehicle should this error code arise.

Diagnosing this code requires the engine to be in good running shape, without unmetered air entering the engine. If other codes that relates to misfiring condition, lean running or air entering the engine is present, then you must first fix those error codes before C0035.

Fortunately, C0035 is a fairly common OBD code, meaning that it applies to all makes and models of vehicles made after 1996.

C0035 Trouble Code For Specific Cars

C0035 Pininfarina Start Evaporative Emission (EVAP) System Flow During Non-Purge Chevrolet Only
C0035 Saab 9-7 Ignition Tach Circuit Open
C0035 Maserati 124 Transmission 4-Wheel Drive Mode Select Short Circuit To Ground
C0035 Ford Country Main Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 2)
C0035 Alfa Romeo 4c Accelerometer Front Circuit Failure
C0035 La Buire 10 Hp Servo Motor Potentiometer Foot Circuit Open
C0035 Alfa Romeo Berlina Accessory Delay Relay Coil Circuit Open