Safety Warning
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Circuit Description
Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor is mounted on right rear of engine block, behind starter. CKP reluctor (24X) is located on rear of crankshaft. CKP sensor will send a pulse on every falling edge of 24X reluctor wheel. A misfire will cause a change in crankshaft speed. PCM times interval between each pulse and compares each new interval with previous one to determine when an excessive change in crankshaft speed has occurred. A certain amount of acceleration/deceleration is expected between each firing stroke, but if crankshaft speed changes are more than expected amount, PCM will interpret this as a misfire. PCM continuously calculates crankshaft position from low and high resolution signals. This information is used to determine which cylinder is misfiring so that PCM can increment appropriate misfire counter. Conditions for setting DTC:
- DTCs P0101, P0102, P0103, P0341, P0342 or P0343 not set.
- CMP sensor is transitioning.
- Ignition voltage 5-17 volts.
- MAF greater than 3 gm/s.
- Ignition switch in CRANK mode.
- PCM determines CKP sensor signal out of range for less than 3 seconds.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.