SYMPTOMS OF A BAD CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR

This video will teach you about 6 bad crankshaft position sensor symptoms. Watching this video will help you diagnose to see if it is time to replace your crankshaft position sensor. You will also learn how the crankshaft position sensor works. This video also teaches you where the crankshaft position sensor is located. The symptoms of a bad crankshaft position sensor that you may experience are hearing an engine light, rough idle, engine stalling, poor mpg, and a loss of power.
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[@konradwodzinski4148]

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[@timmaloney6282]

Just got done changing the crank position sensor on a 2013 Sahara Jeep. No codes, had died while running down the highway 4 times in the last 3 weeks.Thought it might be fuel pump/filter, changed sensor, no more skipping, dyeing or power loss. Easy $40.00 dollar fix compared to a $900.00 fuel pimp. Thanks for all the enlightning information.

[@Sncedayone]

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[@Reliefplaza]

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[@losoloso9891]

Hell yeah

[@Ryannhawkins88]

Which u was in Chicago 😩

[@user-ln5ip9bk3o]

I watched this video earlier today and as luck would have it i ran across a car that was exhibiting the same symptoms in this video and after running it on a scan tool it was the crank sensor. Thanks for the great video.

[@easyautofix]

Awesome!

[@johnnyd8740]

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[@richarddesimone960]

I had just fixed a 2014 jeep that had sensor intermittently stalling the car. It had NO LIGHTS, NO OTHER SYMPTOMS ASSIOATED WITH A NORMAL SENSOR FAIL. aside from random stalling. Always check your sensors first. Best of luck to you all ❤

[@MarcMena]

Did it fix it? Im having the same problem with a 2012 Jeep Wrangler, it will shut of when I’m at a stop or when I’m starting to accelerate.

[@robertovukaj2145]

Does you have o code?

[@damanimcclain2065]

Bro you may have saved me I couldn’t get a code for shit on my Jeep I’m gonna buy the sensor pray for me

[@MarcMena]

@@robertovukaj2145 it didn’t have a code but I changed it and it hasn’t stalled anymore

[@MarcMena]

@@damanimcclain2065 it worked for me , hasn’t stalled

[@dr.strangelove9815]

Thank you a ton! All the symptoms match what my car is doing. I'm going to get a new crankshaft position sensor. Wish me luck!

[@chckncrppl]

hi did this work for you?

[@SharonAlexander-p3w]

O2 sensor

[@Pmemox]

Always get OEM, had many that the aftermarket sensor was bad right off the box!!

[@RandomAssKhaos]

We’ve put probably about $700-$800 into my 1997 Eclipse GS trying to figure out why it shuts off while going down the highway and refuses to start for 5/10 minutes and doesn’t throw a code, we’ve replaced everything fuel and electronic that we think it could be, the CPS is the last thing we can think it could possibly be, and talking to multiple friends, reading posts, and seeing videos like these really helps solidify our suspicions

[@jorgevalencia4319]

I just fixed my expedition because of you ❤

[@jovannyrangel7910]

Did yours have any codes ? Mine just went out and cranks but doesn’t start. A mechanic said it was the timing chain.

[@AngryDad.]

Thanks so much! Great video. I'm going to change it tomorrow and see if that fixes the issue. Will update

[@morecowbell235]

Thanks for the video! I'm tracking down an issue, codes P0201, P0202, P0203 open circuit for every fuel injector. No way they are all bad so I'm thinking ECM/PCM or perhaps a bad coil. Then lastly, crankshaft sensor as it exhibits a lot of the same symptoms. Rough idle, flashing check engine light, loss of power etc. I'm going to start testing coils using the fuse and go from there.

[@dnzkhraman]

Hi, were you able to find the problem? I am experiencing the same one.

[@morecowbell235]

@@dnzkhraman Yes. It ended up being a bad fuse junction box. After throwing a lot of different parts and money at it - having two different shops misdiagnose the issue - none of their ideas fixed it. One shop told me I had to replace the engine harness (I passed on that) and another told me I had bad E38 connectors. I replaced those E38s and that did not solve it. I all of my coils were good, I replaced the ECU. None of that fixed anything.

[@morecowbell235]

@@dnzkhraman I replaced the fuse junction box and it fixed the problem.

[@mohammedlaredj7695]

Thanks a lot for your precious explanations........

[@easyautofix]

Thank you!

[@dianamcilroy3312]

Thank you for the video I think that's what happened with my 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo ( so my mechanic says) your video was great you got to the point you didn't go on and on and on and on Love it 🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦💖

[@garciahome7300]

O-ra-le.... Great video! To the point in explanation systems involved, the relationship and the functional process, and procedure to solution.👏

[@easyautofix]

Very kind , thank you!

[@biancalbbh3482]

This all makes so much sense now. I can not wait to change it tomorrow. Thank you so much for making these videos!!

[@MKABR]

How it go?

[@biancalbbh3482]

@@MKABR Super simple and my car has stopped stalling at stoplights and accelerates and runs much better I’m very happy with it

[@MKABR]

@@biancalbbh3482 nc i have p0102 code but all my mechanic friend advice me check all the vacuum because they never change maf sensor in any car and my friend also tell me the worst case is oil mist that disturd sensor from working lol

[@soph1647]

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[@biancalbbh3482]

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[@mc4262]

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[@mandlasoldaat3144]

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[@easyautofix]

Very nice, thank you!

[@christopher23.]

How about a P0343 engine code?should I replace the camshaft as long with the crankshaft sensor?My 2011 Prius does not turn on after replacing camshaft sensor ?

[@Dabal_R]

Perfect video , thanks

[@Im_a_stoner]

It can also throw a code from a camshaft pos sensor and when you start your vehicle it sometimes shows rpm’s at 0

[@pd4235]

Thanks!

[@easyautofix]

Very kind of you! I hope more money comes your way. Thank you!

[@ChristianAlexander-f5q]

Is stalling an issue? Mine stalls while I'm driving down the road...

[@insblackjc7064]

Hi, I've had a problem with my w203 c200 kompressor for over a month now. The car would not start at all, and there is no even cranking sound or noise of attempting to start. (all fuses have electricity coming through them). Also the engine fan will turn on max speed when key is on contact, even though the car itself cannot start, meaing the engine should not be hot at all. What do you think might be the issue?

[@DIABLO_4_Tester_Sacramento]

what if car stop cranking after refueling (only) and crankshaft position sensor fault code is appear ?

[@DIABLO_4_Tester_Sacramento]

It was starter, heat soaking

[@starsquadja]

Check your canister purge valve disconnect it and try to start the car again

[@stopher1971]

I had a code P2A00 I did the air fuel reset with the unplugging of the mass airflow sensor, which made the code go away but my bank one sensor one reads a constant .27 through .30 V at no matter idle or 3000 RPMs, there are no exhaust leaks or intake leaks, the car runs great but the engine twitches it runs rich on that bank can a camshaft or a crankshaft sensor cause this? All 4 O2 sensors are brand new denso, A/F & O2 also brand new aftermarket cats, I just passed emissions in the state of Illinois, so I’ll rule the cats out I’ll add that if you put your ear down by the tailpipe you can hear it sputtering especially when you’re in a garage where it bounces off the walls. It sounds like a ton of micro misfires, but there is no code it’s probably just from it running too rich to or maybe the misfires are just too small at the ECM’s not picking up on it. The spark plugs are brand new. RPMs remain steady at 650 This is on a 2006 Infiniti G 35 coupe by the way base model VQ35DE

[@snipedeedillygaf4973]

How much does it cost. Do u think and can u get by it

[@Poppynz]

I have all these symptoms and codes for the sensors but my engine is tapping bad so is the bad sound from this also ?

[@M4hmudali]

Bro I need help from Bangladesh, my car is Nissan Sunny X Saloon 2002 model, the car starts after some places then it stops suddenly, it starts again, after giving a lot of help, it cranks and does not start, after taking a rest for a while it starts again. Turns on and off again, please tell me for which purse this happens.

[@sweetpea1322]

My 2002 dodge stratus was doimg that. Once the car got to opereating temp it would shut off, but the when it cooled down (around 20 mins) it would restart. When it first started doing that I could get farther but it got to the point where I couldn't even make it 1 mile. I changed the camshaft sensor,coil pack and plug wires and engine coolant sensor..The last thing that I changed fixed it,it was my crankshaft postion sensor

[@123michette]

Does this also cause the Traction Control light to turn on ?

[@bastikolaski8111]

Yes, it can happen

[@noahnajor2408]

Another symptom is the car won't rev up to its rpm potential due to the sensor thinking the rpm's are too much causing the computer to shut down the car at that rpm. Almost like a hard fuel and ignition cut.

[@ivecodaddy4817]

My Renault kangoo 2008 van only starts with easy start spray? New fuel pipes, egr and glow plugs. Thinking now it could possibly be the crankshaft sensor? Can anyone help?

[@lillee183]

Good video my g35 just did this to but I'm gett up early tomorrow morning I'm fixing my baby

[@truly-vlogs5955]

How do you fix it?

[@tafonihargrove4248]

gonna put mines in tonight hopefully it works… I have a 2002 toyota corolla and it cranks but does not start. I have replaced the spark plugs, battery, started, starter relay and it does not turn on. A/C works, radio works, and headlights are bright

[@antares4141]

Might have something to do with security system. That's what was the issue with mine. (2002 camry) I did replace I think cam or crank sensor, maybe both. Wasn't the problem. The molex connector in the steering column to the ignition module was loose. I doubt that is the problem with yours. My instrument cluster was replaced and I suspect the techs doing the job didn't fasten it all the way. Problem was intermittent but got progressively worse to the point it would practically never start maybe once ever 50 tries drove me nuts. The security light was on with the key in the ignition and turned on and that should have deactivated it so that is a clue anyways if it is the security system. Now sometimes after driving it it cranks won't start but the security light doesn't come on like it did with the issue regarding the molex connector. I'm thinking it might be a cheap crank or cam sensor I used to replace the OEM part or parts trouble shooting the molex connector issue. So hope you didn't throw the old one away!

[@664sdp]

I don’t have a check engine light on, my only problem is it has a hard crank or excessive crank that’s all I don’t have a rough, idle or anything like that.. does this have anything to do with the Crank sensor as well?

[@anireseegam6128]

Mine started like that then rough idle slow acceleration and today check engine light and stalling at traffic lights. My Road side breakdown service checked the codes and voila it was crankshaft position sensor fault.

[@danieldenham1085]

Good work pal, thanks

[@Kentucky-bz6pg]

Do you know of a aftermarket tachometer that would work with a 2005 Seadoo 4TEC crank sensor? Something I could easy wire?

[@ArkSylv]

Looking into buying a car, but they said they replaced the sensor and the light and code still came back for the sensor. Anyone maybe know why or how to fix it?

[@FarFarata-gw9fz]

How to replace the crankshaft sensor on a 2009Buick enclave .

[@gsteel98]

So will it cause heavy jerking while driving?

[@easyautofix]

Definitely possible

[@gamesplay5349]

Lancer 2005 1.3 manul code 54 with paper clicp plz what the fault ... Enginw crank only but no start

[@gentiankola9905]

i have all of these symtoms :D

[@stephniereynolds5727]

Question I have a Toyota Corolla s 2009 I've changed the crankshaft sensor all spark plugs and coil packs and still won't start turns over but won't start code reader says num 4 misfire even after coil pack changed what else could it be

[@easyautofix]

Okay so you have crank no start correct? How many miles does the vehicle have? When was the last time the vehicle started?

[@Rxboiiii]

My 1995 5.0 keeps dying in the freeway out of nowhere and then it had a hard time cracking this might be it 😿😿

[@carlreed3571]

BUT LOW IDLE SOUND LIKE IT NOCKING??

[@FrancesPaschal-e3s]

Trent Knoll

[@rhondas6158]

My car has had two crank shaft sensors replaced. It’s starting to act up again. What would cause my car to blow through these like that?

[@W0mpW0mp999]

Low oil

[@CarlosMartinez-dz7vo]

It seems like the engine heat kills the sensors

[@Ziggyangeldust0]

Are they oem sensors?

[@kingoftheburbskc]

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!❤❤❤

[@THE_EYE_256]

0:51 0:51 0:55 0:59

[@emirferkac5142]

Opel Astra h code00105😢

[@gelao2948]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! I love your video. It helped me and it’s so clear to understand.

[@CoopCuh]

My guy just went 7/7 on my Jeep problems 💀💀

[@MarshallCherry-o6h]

Wehner Via

[@velizarmilutinovic2947]

And why is this guy talking like he’s trying to sing a song

[@StellaBrian-o7h]

8128 Hilpert Drive

[@paulne1514]

These sensors are a pain in the butt. Every time I had one go, I was driving a big truck(Mack and International) And of course, in the middle lane, where 4 wheelers let you back in the right lane, so you can get off the highway. NOT!. Every time, it was the sensor that went bad, nothing wrong with the truck.

[@Rxboiiii]

Bro you might’ve of just saved me

[@bobgnops]

I have a 2007 Chevy equinox and they made this vehicle from 05 to 09 I think. I’ve change the crank sensor and had problems cause wouldn’t start ruff idle and cut off. The point I’m getting at when you change the crank sensor replace it with the exact part manufacturer that came out from the vehicle not all manufacturer wire there crank sensor the same. My vehicle I went with a brand call “WVE” from rock auto. The original part that u remove from the vehicle will have numbers and should match up with the part u will have to buy. This goes for both crank and cam sensor. Thank you and me

[@brallambustamante]

My 2007 Mazda rx-8 is having an issue where I have to jump it to kinda force start it and after cranking for a while it’ll turn on but reeks like gas and makes weird noises in the engine, I replaced my spark plugs, ignition coils, and spark plug wires just recently and it misfired recently. I chanced my air filter and cabin air filter and no luck so hopefully this could save me❤️

[@chevycolombo5007]

Thats because you have the rotary engine which is prone to flood after a while. I used to have one and I couldnt turn it on And turn it off say to move it id have to rake it around the block a few times otherwise id have to sit there with it hooked up to another cars battery and crank it until the gas burnt off, it would belch white smoke from the pipe until it finally cleared out and was fine

[@chevycolombo5007]

If i remember corectly it had something to do with the seals within the engine going bad around the 180k mark. The car ran fine but if i wanted to move it into the garage from the driveway or any short distance id have to drive it around or it would flood everytime. Same sorta symptom as the ckp sensorin that u have to crank and crank and crank in order to clear the engine

[@obafemiadeyemi]

Experienced all these issues yesterday apart from the last. Also the car did a overheating without signaling on the dash board. A Corolla 2005

[@JairusApolina]

Dude. This information is spot on! Cristal clear explanation!

[@easyautofix]

I appreciate you!

[@lario1030]

Yes💯

[@altproductions846]

Hey I been doing research and crankshaft and camshaft have the same symptoms? I’m confused trying to understand what’s the difference and trying to see which one I have to change.

[@A.C.71]

Well done video. This is how an instructional video should be done. Dont change a thing. People dont have time for rambling and endless talking . Hope this fixes my 05 f150 5.4 3v randon missfires. Replaced all plugs, coilpacks, checked compression on every cylinder, checked all control side injector circuits with powerprobe maestro, changed fuel filter (was very dirty and slightly rusty looking gunk on the tank side) after all this is still get some misfires. Anybody have any advice im all ears. Thanks

[@RondaDonjkl]

I have all these problems. The only problem. Can't wait to change the thing

[@anton.j.]

My '99 Dodge Intrepid shuts off afrer 30-40 minutes of driving, and starts after 15-20 minutes and runs for next half hour. I think it's crankshaft position sensor, or fuel system: pump or filter.

[@tutoberrios5636]

I have a 2012 528xl bmw check engine on i did a diagnostic and p1339 pop up camshaft position sensor i replace both sensor. Light still on and car losses power what Could be the problem

[@davidgarcia9681]

Do signs of a bad fuel pump control module please my g37 sedan is having issues with a p1233 code!

[@respectseasoning944]

I'll take all of the above symptoms for 500 Alex

[@LarryLee-r8x]

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[@conmanumber1]

Hi Can faults happen without showing codes?

[@firingallcylinders2949]

Yes he says so in the video

[@lilyjaneflute]

After talking to my mechanic and much Googling, I’m almost certain this is the issue. This video summarizes everything I’ve read and experienced with my 2016 Kia Soul 1.6L engine. We already replaced the alternator two days ago after a reading at AutoZone told us the voltage regulator in the alternator was bad - the voltage ripple was at 8.00V (max acceptable at 0.05 V). Replaced the alternator and thought all was well until today when it didn’t start. Back to AutoZone, same reading. So we knew it had to be either a bad alternator, or more likely, a different issue altogether. In reference to this video, I have not had the check engine light come on, or having the engine stall (thank goodness), but I’ve experienced every other symptom. This is including the hard start/no start and loss of power, which only occurred when my car did a hard start after an extended period of the engine cranking and not starting. Once it finally started, the tachometer read 0 RPM (even though the engine was running) and the traction control light came on. Driving it that way, it was very “lurchy” when coming to stop and releasing the brake. It was also nearly silent while stopped at stoplights. I also could not accelerate well - I had to go 35 in a 45 with my hazards on just to get home after the first time this happened. Luckily I figured out how to work around that by restarting the car so it runs correctly. If it does this hard start with the 0 RPM/traction control light, I turn the car off and immediately back on and it starts normally. My husband and I are going to try getting the CPS replaced, or do it ourselves. Thank you for this video! It confirmed my suspicions. I will try to return to this comment and update if all goes well.

[@toesockwell4860]

What did u find out what was wrong with the car

[@alexandruduta8102]

[@mikemutton]

What would you do if you had a code for crankshaft sensor, Change it and now it doesn’t start.

[@Ayeskkies]

Sound about right about what the code popped up & what exactly happens to my car 😅

[@Mkhululy]

Do you get spark if your timing is out? Changed the sensor with no luck

[@nabil1992100]

Hi How do i can check the connector of the camshaft position actuator ?

[@marybullinger7321]

3:06 pm. CDT: What is the potential problem if both camshaft and crankshaft position sensors have been replaced on a 2006 Dodge Dakota and it will start and run but the RPMS go up and down while taking off from idling .

[@marybullinger7321]

3.7- 6 cylinder

[@officermeyer]

Mine has no crank so doubt this is it 😢

[@daver1824]

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[@starr1997]

Really helpful thank you!!

[@easyautofix]

Thank you!

[@yeahrightmate]

Hi, does your crank pully need to be clean, mine was very rusty and dirty so I cleaned it but I had no issues.