| DTC Code | DTC Name |
|---|---|
| P0335 | Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit |
| P0339 | Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Intermittent |
DESCRIPTION
The crankshaft position sensor system consists of a crank angle sensor plate and a pickup coil. The sensor plate has 34 teeth and is installed on the crankshaft. The pickup coil is made of an iron core and a magnet.
The sensor plate rotates and, as each tooth passes through the pickup coil, a pulse signal is created. The pickup coil generates 34 signals per engine rotation. Based on these signals, the ECM calculates the crankshaft position and engine speed. Using these calculations, the fuel injection timing and ignition timing are controlled.
| DTC No. | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
|---|---|---|
| P0335 | Either condition is met:
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| P0339 | Under conditions (a), (b) and (c), no crankshaft position sensor signal to ECM for 0.05 seconds or more (1 trip detection logic): (a) Engine speed 1000 rpm or more (b) Starter signal off (c) 3 seconds or more have elapsed since starter signal switched from on to off |
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Reference: Inspection using an oscilloscope
The correct waveform is as shown.
G2+ stands for the camshaft position sensor signal, and NE+ stands for the crankshaft position sensor signal.
A failure of the ground for the shielding of the wiring may result in noisy waveforms.
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| ECM Terminal Names | CH1: Between G2+ and G2- CH2: Between NE+ and NE- |
| Tester Range | 5 V/DIV., 20 ms./DIV. |
| Condition | Idling with warm engine |
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
If no problem is found through this diagnostic troubleshooting procedure, troubleshoot the engine mechanical system.
Check the engine speed. The engine speed can be checked using the intelligent tester. Follow the procedure below:
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Start the engine.
Turn the tester on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / All Data / Engine Speed.
The engine speed may be indicated as zero despite the engine rotating normally. This is caused by a lack of NE signals from the crankshaft position sensor. Alternatively, the engine speed may be indicated as lower than the actual engine speed if the crankshaft position sensor output voltage is insufficient.
Read freeze frame data using the intelligent tester. The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as freeze frame data the moment a DTC is stored. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.
PROCEDURE
READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (ENGINE SPEED)
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the engine switch on (IG).
Turn the tester on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / All Data / Engine Speed.
Start the engine.
Read the values displayed on the tester while the engine is running.
| Standard |
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| Correct values are displayed. |
To check the engine speed change, display the graph on the intelligent tester.
If the engine does not start, check the engine speed while cranking.
If the engine speed indicated on the intelligent tester remains zero (0), there may be an open or short in the crankshaft position sensor circuit.
INSPECT CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (RESISTANCE)
Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Resistance | |||||||||
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| *1 | Component without harness connected (Crankshaft Position Sensor) |
Terms "cold" and "hot" refer to the temperature of the coils. "Cold" means approximately -10 to 50°C (14 to 122°F). "Hot" means approximately 50 to 100°C (122 to 212°F).
Reconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector.
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR - ECM)
Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector.
Disconnect the ECM connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Resistance (Check for Open) | |||||||||
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| Standard Resistance (Check for Short) | |||||||||
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Reconnect the ECM connector.
Reconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector.
CHECK SENSOR INSTALLATION (CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR)
Check the crankshaft position sensor installation condition.
| OK |
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| Sensor is installed correctly. |
CHECK CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR PLATE (TEETH OF SENSOR PLATE)
Check the teeth of the crankshaft position sensor plate.
| OK |
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| Crankshaft position sensor plate does not have any cracks or deformation. |
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REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR - ECM)
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