Crank Angle Sensor
Crankshaft angle sensor is a component part of the distributor assembly. To test crank angle sensor, leave sensor wiring connected. Using a logic probe or DVOM with an analog bar graph function, touch negative lead to ground and positive lead to one degree and 180 (4-cylinder) degree signal terminals of ECU. See CRANK ANGLE SENSOR ECU INPUT SIGNAL TERMINALS table. On a bar graph DVOM, one degree signals should measure about 2.3-2.8 peak volts with engine cranking. The 180 degree signal should measure about .1-.4 peak volt with engine cranking. If either signal is not present, check harness for short or open circuit. If no problems are found, replace distributor with crank angle sensor.
NOTE:
It is possible to measure crank angle sensor voltage with a conventional DVOM without bar graph function; however, the peak voltage signal may not easily be determined due to the "averaging" of the digital signal.
CRANK ANGLE SENSOR ECU INPUT SIGNAL TERMINALS
| Model | 1° Signal | 180° Signal |
|---|---|---|
| Pathfinder & Pickup | 8 | 17 |
| Pulsar NX XE | 22 & 32 | 21 & 31 |
| Sentra | 22 & 32 | 21 & 31 |
| Stanza | 8 | 17 |
| 240SX | 31 & 40 | 22 & 30 |