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It tells the the spark plugs when to fire.

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Q: What effects do the crank shaft sensor have on your car?
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How do you know if your crank shaft sensor is bad?

One symptom of a bad crank shaft sensor is the car having trouble starting. The car stalling and backfiring are other symptoms of a bad crank shaft sensor.


Would the crank shaft positioning sensor make the car want start?

car will not start if the crank shaft positing sensor is bad ..because it control the car spark plug firing..( no fire no start )


Can the crank shaft sensor cause a car to stall?

There is no such thing as a crankshaft sensor. There is no such thing as a crankshaft sensor.


Does a faulty crank shaft sensor cause a car to shut off?

Yes it can.


What is a crank shaft sensor?

A Crank Shaft Position Sensor is a magnetic sensor that determines the position of the engine's crankshaft. It is used to set the electronic timing for the car's computer, so it is a very important part of the electronics.


Where is the crank shaft sensor on a 1989 2.5 Plymouth sundance?

This car only uses the sensor in the distributor.


Where is the crank sensor on Vauxhall astra?

The crank sensor on the Vauxhall Astra is above the offside drive shaft. It is best viewed by looking under the car.


Can the crank shaft sensor stop a car from starting?

Yes it can cause a no start condition.


Will car turn over is crank shaft sensor is bad?

Ye, it will turn over.


How will you know the crank shaft sensor is bad?

The car won't start. Need a scan tool.


Where is crank sensor locted on 1993 Chevy lumuna car?

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Where is the crank shaft sensor on a 1994 buick lesabre?

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