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Crankshaft Position Sensor: Testing and Inspection

NOTICE: Cold and Hot in those sentences express the temperature of the sensors themselves.
Cold is from - 10°C (14°F) to 5O°C (122°F).
Hot is from 5O°C (122°F) to 100°C (212°F).


1. REMOVE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR.
- Refer to crankshaft position sensor service procedures.
2. INSPECT CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCE.



- Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between terminals.

Resistance:
- Cold: 835 - 1,400 Ohms
- Hot: 1,060 - 1,645 Ohms


If the resistance is not as specified, replace the crankshaft position sensor.

3. REINSTALL CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR.