Standard Ignition PC836 Engine Camshaft Position Sensor

Engine Camshaft Position Sensor for Volkswagen

Standard Ignition PC836 is an engine camshaft position sensor built for direct-fit service on select Volkswagen applications. It uses a female oval plug-in connector with 3 male blade terminals, making it a practical replacement when the original sensor connector or signal path has failed.

Key Features

• Engine camshaft position sensor for ignition system repair
• Female connector with oval plug-in design
• 3-terminal blade connection for secure electrical contact
• Direct replacement format for select Volkswagen models
• Standard Ignition PC836 for service matching and catalog lookup

Detailed Description

Standard Ignition PC836 is an OE-style camshaft position sensor used to monitor camshaft position and send timing data to the engine control system. Accurate camshaft signal input is important for fuel delivery, ignition timing, and engine synchronization. This part is listed for 2011-2017 Volkswagen Amarok, 2013-2017 Volkswagen Polo, 2012-2014 Volkswagen Passat, and 2013 Volkswagen Multivan, with one Amarok application noted as w/ Wire Lead. If you are sourcing a Volkswagen Amarok camshaft position sensor or a Volkswagen Passat camshaft position sensor, PC836 is the catalog reference to verify.

This part cross-references 03L957147A and CSS1337 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Camshaft position sensor fault codes
• Hard starting or extended crank conditions
• Rough idle caused by incorrect cam timing input
• Intermittent stalling or hesitation
• Check engine light related to camshaft signal loss

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and wire-lead configuration before installation. Match the vehicle application exactly, especially on Volkswagen Amarok models where one listing specifies w/ Wire Lead. Inspect the harness connector for corrosion, bent terminals, or damaged locking tabs before replacing the sensor. Confirm the part number PC836 against the original sensor and vehicle service information for proper fitment.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition is a recognized aftermarket brand for ignition and sensor service parts. PC836 is cataloged with defined connector and terminal specifications to support accurate parts matching for the listed Volkswagen applications.