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The crank sensor (real name is crankshaft position sensor) senses when a notch on the crankshaft goes by and sends a pulse to the car's computer. This tells the computer where the crankshaft is in it rotation so that the computer will fire the spark plug at the correct time. This also allows the computer to change the timing under different conditions such as if gas of too low an octane rating is being used causing predetonation (called knocking) which is sensed by the knock sensor.
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What is the purpose of crankshaft position sensor?
spark to ign through the computer
What is the purpose of the crankshaft sensor on a 1998 Kia sport age?
The crank sensor (real name is crankshaft position sensor) senses when a notch on the crankshaft goes by and sends a pulse to the car's computer. This tells the computer where the crankshaft is in it's rotation so that the computer will fire the spark plug and injectors at the correct time.
Where is the crankshaft sensor for a 1995 gmc jimmy?
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Is a crankshaft sensor and crankshaft position sensor the same?
Yes they are the same.
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Where is the crankshaft positioning sensor?
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Does a 1983 Chevy Celebrity have a crankshaft sensor?
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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.
Where is the crankshaft sensor located on a 1993 Chrysler lebaron le?
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