is the crankshaft position sensor the same and the engine speed sensor
A bad crankshaft in a 96 Altima could cause the engine not to start. Depending on the crank damage, the engine could start but not run properly.
the wire connected to the front of the distributo is the crankshaft wire connector follow that wire and it will lead to the crank sensor i believe on the back under the engine
The 2008 Nissan Altima has an inline 4 engine.
The 2010 Nissan Altima has an inline 4 engine.
The 2001 Nissan Altima has an inline 4 engine.
The 2002 Nissan Altima has an inline 4 engine.
The 2004 Nissan Altima has an inline 4 engine.
The 2014 Nissan Altima has an inline 4 engine.
The 2013 Nissan Altima has an inline 4 engine.
The 2006 Nissan Altima has an inline 4 engine.
The 2007 Nissan Altima has an inline 4 engine.
The 2012 Nissan Altima has an inline 4 engine.