How to Test a Three-Wire Crankshaft Position Sensor?
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The function of the crankshaft position sensor is to determine the position of the crankshaft, which refers to the rotation angle of the crankshaft. Below is relevant information: 1. It typically works in conjunction with the camshaft position sensor to determine the basic ignition timing. Generally, there are three types of crankshaft position sensors: magnetic induction, Hall effect, and optical. 2. Taking the testing method of the General Buick 1.6L crankshaft position sensor as an example: Turn off the ignition switch, disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector, and measure the resistance between terminal 1 and terminal 2 of the sensor, which should be between 400–600Ω. If the reading is outside this range, the crankshaft position sensor itself may be faulty and should be replaced. The two signal wires of the crankshaft position sensor are insulated from the shielding wire.