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It will act like it's constipated(plugged up)when backing up.Sometimes it will feel like you have transmission problems,as it will overrev and not shift right.

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Q: How does a bad crank sensor make your car run?
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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.


Will a bad crank sensor on a 2004 Hyundai Sonata make the car stall or idle low?

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No, the engine will still crank over but will not start if this sensor is bad because it controls the fuel injection circuit.


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

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A bad crank sensor will definitely cause the car to stall. Eventually the car will stop starting up again, or if it does, it will die down around ten minutes. A good thing to do if you're sure it's the crank sensor, replace it.


What does your car do with a bad crank sensor?

The engine won't run.


How do you know if your crank sensor is bad on a Chevy Lumina Z34?

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How can you tell if a crank sensor is bad?

Check the diagnostic codes on your vehicle, if the crank sensor is bad the car's computer should know it. Can't really give more specific information without the make/model of the vehicle in question. if vehicle is equipted w/ a tach. watch tach while cranking, if tach doesnt move while cranking USUALLY means bad crank sensor