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Cummins 3736 Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid Controller - Root Cause Not Known

CUMMINS-3736 Severity Moderate

What this code means

Cummins fault code 3736 (SPN 3360 / FMI 11) refers to: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid Controller - Root Cause Not Known. It is logged by the engine control module (ECM) on Cummins-powered vehicles and read over the J1939 diagnostic network.

Emissions system

This is an emissions after-treatment related fault on the SCR & DEF system. On Cummins-powered vehicles it is commonly seen when that after-treatment system is faulty, restricted, or has been modified.

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Frequently asked questions

01 What does Cummins fault code 3736 mean?

Cummins fault code 3736 (SPN 3360 / FMI 11) indicates aftertreatment diesel exhaust fluid controller - root cause not known.

02 Is Cummins code 3736 serious?

Cummins 3736 is generally treated as a moderate-severity fault. Have the engine and its wiring inspected, and confirm the reading with a J1939 diagnostic scan before clearing the code.

03 Is Cummins 3736 related to emissions or the after-treatment system?

Yes. Cummins 3736 is associated with the SCR & DEF after-treatment system on Cummins engines.