The Crankshaft Position Sensor is required by the computer to locate the

crankshaft position which is used by the computer for ignition timing and fuel injection

timing control.

Location: The Crankshaft Position Sensor may be located behind the harmonic balancer, on

the front of the crankshaft, inserted into the transmission bell housing or directly into the

engine block at the crankshaft level.

Failure Symptoms: Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) illumination, engine no-start/no-spark

condition, occasional cylinder misfire, engine die-out or no-start after extended driving

condition with an engine re-start after a cool down period

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