| DTC Code | DTC Name |
|---|---|
| P0335 | Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit |
| P0337 | Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Low Input |
| P0338 | Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit High Input |
| P0339 | Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Intermittent |
DESCRIPTION
The crankshaft position sensor system consists of a magnet and Magneto Resistive Element (MRE). The crankshaft position sensor detects the position of the crankshaft sensor plate which has 34 teeth and is installed on the crankshaft.
When the crankshaft rotates, changes occur in the air gaps between the teeth and the sensor, affecting the magnetic field. As a result, the resistance of the MRE material fluctuates. The crankshaft position sensor converts the crankshaft rotation data to pulse signals, and uses the pulse signals to determine the crankshaft angle, which it sends to the ECM. Then the ECM uses this data to control fuel injection duration and injection timing.
| DTC No. | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
|---|---|---|
| P0335 | No crankshaft position sensor signal to ECM while cranking (1 trip detection logic) |
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| P0337 | Output voltage of crankshaft position sensor 4.7 V or more for 4.7 seconds (1 trip detection logic) | |
| P0338 | Output voltage of crankshaft position sensor 0.3 V or less for 4.7 seconds (1 trip detection logic) | |
| 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 |
| *a | 2 V/DIV. |
| *b | 20 ms./DIV. |
Reference: Inspection using an oscilloscope.
Tech Tips
The correct waveform is as shown.
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Terminals | Between NE+ and NE- |
| Equipment Settings | 2 V/DIV. 20 ms./DIV. |
| Conditions | Idling with warm engine |
MONITOR DESCRIPTION
If there is no signal from the crankshaft position sensor despite the crankshaft revolving, the ECM interprets this as a malfunction of the sensor.
When the sensor output voltage remains at below 0.3 V, or higher than 4.7 V for more than 4 seconds, the ECM stores a DTC.
CONFIRMATION DRIVING PATTERN
Start the engine and run it at idle for 20 seconds or more.
WIRING DIAGRAM
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
Tech Tips
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 by 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 revolving 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. Freeze frame data records the engine conditions when malfunctions are detected. 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 ignition switch to ON.
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.
| OK |
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| Correct values are displayed. |
Tech Tips
To check the engine speed change, display the graph on the tester.
If the engine does not start, check the engine speed while cranking.
If the engine speed indicated on the tester remains zero (0), there may be an open or short in the crankshaft position sensor circuit.
| OK |
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CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS Click here |
| NG |
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CHECK CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (SENSOR POWER SOURCE)
| *a | Front view of wire harness connector (to Crankshaft Position Sensor) |
Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Voltage | ||||||
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Reconnect the crankshaft position sensor.
| NG |
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CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR - ECM) Click here |
| OK |
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CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR - ECM)
Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor.
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.
| NG |
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REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR - ECM) |
| OK |
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CHECK SENSOR INSTALLATION (CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR)
| *a | OK |
| *b | NG |
| *c | Clearance |
Check the crankshaft position sensor installation.
| OK |
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| Sensor is installed correctly. |
| NG |
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SECURELY REINSTALL CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR Click here |
| OK |
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CHECK CRANKSHAFT (CRANK ANGLE SENSOR PLATE)
Check the teeth of the crank angle sensor plate.
| OK |
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| Teeth do not have any cracks or deformation. |
| NG |
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REPLACE CRANKSHAFT (CRANK ANGLE SENSOR PLATE) Click here |
| OK |
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REPLACE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Replace the crankshaft position sensor Click here.
| NEXT |
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CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS
Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the tester on.
Clear the DTCs Click here.
Start the engine.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / DTC.
Read the DTCs.
| Result | ||||||
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| A |
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REPAIR COMPLETED |
| B |
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REPLACE ECM Click here |
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR - ECM)
Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor.
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.
| OK |
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REPLACE ECM Click here |
| NG |
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REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR - ECM) |