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Asked by: Boyko Kofman
automotive auto partsHow much does it cost to replace a crankshaft position sensor?
Similarly one may ask, what are the symptoms of a bad crankshaft position sensor?
The Most Common Failure Crankshaft Position Sensor Symptoms
- Check Engine Light Is On. Check engine light comes on if the sensor is overheated.
- Vibrations in the Engine. Vibration from engine is usually the cause.
- Slow Response from the Accelerator.
- Erratic Starting.
- Misfiring of the Cylinder.
- Stalling and Backfiring.
Similarly, how long does it take to replace a crankshaft position sensor?
The labor to replace the sensor is just under 1.5 hours according to my labor guide and the part is approx $50. Without being able to test the sensor its hard for me to say its bad. The labor to replace the sensor is just under 1.5 hours according to my labor guide and the part is approx $50.
The crankshaft position sensor is the most important of all engine management sensors, and the engine will absolutely not run without it. Many systems are smart enough to try guessing should this sensor fail and allow the engine to run without it. In your case, a magnetic crankshaft positioning sensor is used.