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Without a signal from the crank sensor, the ECU won't know how fast the engine is turning or "where it is" (which cylinder is about to fire), and the engine will not run.
If the sensor is just "somewhat bad" (and gives a weak or irregular signal), the engine might do things like run badly at certain speeds, stop occasionally, or have trouble starting.
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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.
Can a crankshaft sensor cause your car to over heat?
No, a bad crankshaft sensor would cause the car not to start and run.
How can you tell a bad crank sensor?
A computer diagnostic test will generally tell you if you have a faulty crankshaft position sensor.
Where is Mercedes S500 Crankshaft Position Sensor?
The Crankshaft Position Sensor is located on the drivers side between the motor and the firewall. If it is faulty you may notice your car will not start, will turn off unexpectedly or will perform intermittently. I have provided a link to me replacing the Crankshaft position Sensor (CPS) on my 2000 Mercedes Benz S500. http://youtu.be/KTTM3VeJuA8
Can a faulty crankshaft sensor in my vauxhall astra be the cause of the engine intermittently cutting out?
Yes.
Is it safe to drive with a faulty crankshaft sensor?
No you cant. If you do you risk the change of getting stranded. My sister-in-law had a bad crankshaft sensor and her car died and wont start again until it cooled off. So you should replace it. the part is usely pretty cheap
How do you check if you have a faulty crankshaft sensor on a 106 independence?
Crankshaft sensors usually either work or they don't. However, using a vom meter, you can test the resistance of the sensor to see if its working.
Could the mechanic damage the crankshaft sensor while replacing the timing belt and pulley?
I had the timing belt on a 2001 Subaru Legacy replaced. After getting the car back, it was misfiring, and eventually the engine shut down. Dealer diagnosed faulty crankshaft sensor. Anybody else have this experience?
Can a bad crankshaft sensor cause a2.3ford not to crank?
A bad crankshaft sensor on a 2.3 Ford may cause the car to not start. A bad crankshaft sensor can crank, just not start.
What is the crankshaft sensor?
A crankshaft sensor senses the engine revolutions to basically tells the the car when 2 inject and ignite the fuel
Will a faulty crankshaft position sensor cause a NO SPARK situation?
yes if its faulty its like going into safe mode your engine will not fire drive safe
Why does the engine light keep coming on for the crankshaft sensor when it was replaced?
Faulty sensor get it replaced if not check to make sure wire isn't shorting out
