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Component Tests and General Diagnostics


CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Resistance Inspection
1. Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector.




2. Measure the resistance between terminals A and B by using an ohmmeter.

Specification: 520-580 Ohms 20°C (68°F)

3. If not as specified, replace the crankshaft position sensor.





Air Gap Inspection
1. Measure the air gap between the crankshaft pulley and the crankshaft position sensor by using a feeler gauge.

Specification: 1.0-2.0 mm (O.040-O.080 in)

2. If not as specified, replace the crankshaft pulley or the crankshaft position sensor.

NE Signal Illustration

NE Signal (Warm Idle No Load):




- After warm-up @ idle with no load condition.