P2360 code meaning
Cylinder 11 Pressure Sensor Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
Powertrain system Generic code P23xx codes Check engine light
What P2360 means
P2360 records a cylinder 11 combustion pressure signal that is unsteady – brief dropouts or spikes that do not last long enough for a low or high code. Since only twelve-cylinder engines have cylinder 11, and none is documented with pressure sensors, the code has no public manufacturer description. Saab's 9-5 diesel shows how quickly such a monitor acts: the erratic code for cylinder 1, P0399, is a Type B code that needs only a 0.2 s excursion beyond the permitted band with the engine turning. Contact problems dominate – a connector not fully latched, fretting corrosion on the terminals, a harness touching hot parts. Electronics in the plug head that only drop out once the engine is warm are another candidate. The fault often vanishes and returns days later.
P2360 at a glance
- Check engine lightYes, usually on
- Emissions testCan fail
- Limp modeNot expected
- Repair difficultyMedium
- Typical labor0.5 to 4 hours
- Clears after repairAfter a drive cycle
Symptoms of P2360
- Check engine light that comes and goes
- Fault stored without a lasting complaint
Common causes of P2360
- Most likelyFretting corrosion or loose fit at the connector terminals
- PossibleHarness touching hot engine parts
- PossibleSensor electronics in the plug head failing when warm
Check the most likely causes first. Replacing parts by guesswork is the most expensive way to clear a code.
Parts involved
Cylinder pressure sensor glow plugSensor wiringEngine control module
What each part of P2360 means
| P | Powertrain system: engine, fuel system, ignition, emissions and transmission. |
| 2 | Generic code (second SAE range): it means the same on every make. |
| 3 | Area: ignition system or misfire. |
| 60 | The exact fault in that area. |
What to do next
- Note P2360 and any other codes stored with it: several codes together often point to one cause.
- Check for loose connectors and damaged wiring around the parts the code names.
- Check open recalls for your car: some faults are fixed for free by the dealer. Enter your VIN.
- Clear the code only after the repair. If it comes back, the fault is still there.
Buying a used car? Scan it for stored codes before you pay. A recently cleared memory can hide a problem.
Questions about P2360
What does P2360 mean?
P2360 means "Cylinder 11 Pressure Sensor Circuit Intermittent/Erratic". P2360 records a cylinder 11 combustion pressure signal that is unsteady – brief dropouts or spikes that do not last long enough for a low or high code. It is a generic code, so it means the same on every make.
Is it safe to drive with P2360?
Usually yes, for a short time, if the check engine light is steady and the car drives normally. If the light flashes or the car runs badly, stop and have it checked.
Will P2360 fail an emissions test?
Yes, it can. P2360 is emissions-related, so most inspection programs fail a car while it is stored or while the check engine light is on.
How hard is P2360 to fix?
Difficulty: medium. A typical repair takes 0.5 to 4 hours of work. This is a job for a workshop.
Will P2360 clear itself after the repair?
After the repair the car has to complete a drive cycle (a mix of city and highway driving) before the test runs again. Until then the readiness monitor shows "not ready", which can fail an inspection.