Where is the crankshaft position sensor located on a Mercedes-Benz C200?

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The crankshaft position sensor on a Mercedes-Benz C200 is typically installed inside the distributor, below the oil filter. Function of the crankshaft position sensor: The role of the crankshaft position sensor is to determine the position of the crankshaft, specifically its rotation angle. It usually works in conjunction with the camshaft position sensor to establish the basic ignition timing. The engine relies on signals from the crankshaft position sensor to determine when to ignite and in which cylinder, as it detects when the piston reaches the top dead center position. Symptoms of a faulty crankshaft position sensor: If the crankshaft position sensor is damaged, the rotation angle of the crankshaft cannot be determined. The engine control unit will not receive signals from the sensor, leading to protective measures such as no ignition or fuel injection. The car will exhibit symptoms like no high-voltage spark, no fuel injection, and failure to start. The most obvious sign is the illumination of the engine warning light on the dashboard.