crankshaft position (ckp) sensor

Automotive Sensors: Monitoring Your Vehicle’s Vital Signs

10/27/2024

Before the use of computerized automotive sensors, fixing a car was way easier. In the old days, it was a lot different. For instance, either moving a distributor, or adjusting a screw on a carburetor, […]

Crankshaft Position Sensor Being Unplugged

Crankshaft Position Sensor – (CKP) – Testing And Replacement

08/07/2024

Crankshaft position sensors (CKP) read ignition timing, the (RPM) signal, and determine engine speed. But, when the crankshaft position sensor (CKP) fails, it stops transmitting the readings. Consequently, the crankshaft position sensors (CKP) readings, contain […]

Crankshaft Position Sensor Mounted on Front of Engine

Crankshaft Position Sensor: Tracks Position and RPM of the Crank

06/22/2024

There are a number of symptoms, that can point to your Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKP) failing. But, can also be confused with the same symptoms, caused by issues with, your Ignition or Fuel Injection System. […]

Crankshaft – Camshaft Position Sensor – Testing The Easy Way

02/19/2024

When a Crankshaft – Camshaft Position Sensor goes BAD, your vehicle will not start. Distributorless Ignition Systems (DIS) require a Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKP), and sometimes a Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP). So, the main difference […]

Position Sensors - Crankshaft and Camshaft - Major Failure Signs

Position Sensors: CKP, CMP, Function and Failure Symptoms

02/09/2024

The most important sensors, in any engine, are the crankshaft and camshaft position sensors. Modern computer controlled vehicles, must have the air and fuel ignited, at the proper time, in order to operate efficiently. Both, […]

Crankshaft Position Sensors – Function, Failure, Diagnosis, Testing

01/18/2024

Crankshaft position sensors, produce a signal, that talks to the engine control module (ECM) / engine control unit (ECU). Consequently, providing the exact position of the crankshaft, as it rotates in the engine. So, now […]