Electrical system

Checking the crankshaft position sensor

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1. Disconnect:

  • Crankshaft position sensor coupler (from the wire harness)

2. Check:

Crankshaft position sensor resistance Out of specification Replace
the crankshaft position sensor/stator assembly.


a. Connect the pocket tester ( × 100) to the crankshaft position sensor coupler as shown.


  • Positive tester probe
    red "1"
  • Negative tester probe
    white "2"

b. Measure the crankshaft position sensor resistance.

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