Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1996 Toyota Avalon XLSFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Crankshaft Position Sensor
- Disconnect electrical connector from crankshaft position sensor, located just above crankshaft pulley. See Fig 1.
- Manufacturer recommends removing crankshaft position sensor before checking the resistance. Remove bolt and crankshaft position sensor.
- Using ohmmeter, check resistance between electrical terminals on crankshaft position sensor. Replace crankshaft position sensor if resistance is not within specification. See IGNITION SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCE table.
- Reinstall crankshaft position sensor. Install and tighten crankshaft position sensor bolt to 71 INCH lbs. (8.0 N.m). Reinstall electrical connector.
IGNITION SYSTEM CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCE
| Application | Ohms | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cold (1) | 1630-2740 | ||||
| Hot (2) | 2065-3225 | ||||
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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.
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