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Crankshaft Position Sensor

  1. Disconnect electrical connector for crankshaft position sensor. Electrical connector is located near oil dipstick. See Fig 1. Crankshaft position sensor is located behind lower timing belt cover, near sprocket on crankshaft.
  2. Using ohmmeter, measure resistance between electrical terminals on electrical connector for crankshaft position sensor. See Fig 1.
  3. Replace crankshaft position sensor if resistance is not 985-1600 ohms at 14-122°F (-10-50°C) and 1265-1890 ohms at 122-212°F (50-100°C). Reinstall electrical connector for crankshaft position sensor.
Fig 1: Identifying & Checking Crankshaft Position Sensor
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