The Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) is a magnetic field sensitive type sensor that generates voltage using a sensor and a target wheel mounted on the crankshaft; there are 58 slots in the target wheel where one is longer than the others. During one crankshaft rotation there are 58 rectangular signals and one longer signal. The ECM calculates engine RPM by using the sensor’s signal and controls the injection duration and the ignition timing. Using the signal differences caused by the longer slot, the ECM identifies which cylinder is at top dead center.
Checking output signals from CKPS every 7.8 sec. under detecting condition, if an output signal is missing or redundant for more than 1.56 sec., PCM sets P0336. MIL(Malfunction Indication Lamp) turns on when the malfunction lasts till consecutive 2 driving cycle.
Item | Detecting Condition | Possible cause | |||||
DTC Strategy | ● Detecting extra/missing pulses between consecutive 58X reference pulses | ● Poor connection ● Noise ● Short in harness ● Target wheel ● PCM | |||||
Enable Conditions | ● Engine running state | ||||||
Threshold value | ● Extra/ missing pulses 〉 2 pulse | ||||||
Diagnosis Time | ● Continuous (More than 1.56 sec.failure for every 7.8 sec.test) | ||||||
MIL On Condition | ● 2 driving cycles |
Resistance | 825 ± 100Ω |
Check DTC Status
Connect scantool to Data Link Connector(DLC).
IG "ON".
Select "Diagnostic Trouble Codes(DTCs)" mode, and then Press F4(DTAL) to check DTC's information from the DTCs menu
Read "DTC Status" parameter.
Is parameter displayed "Present fault"?
▶ Go to "Terminal and connector inspection" procedure.
▶ Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in the sensor’s and/or PCM’s connector or was repaired and PCM memory was not cleared. Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection, ending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage. Repair or replace as necessary and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
Many malfunctions in the electrical system are caused by poor harness and terminals. Faults can also be caused by interference from other electrical systems, and mechanical or chemical damage.
Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage.
Has a problem been found?
▶ Repair as necessary and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure
▶ Go to "Signal Circuit Inspection" procedure.
Check voltage
IG "OFF" and disconnect CKPS connector.
IG "ON" and ENG "OFF"
Measure voltage between terminal 1 of CKPS harness connector and chassis ground.
Measure voltage between terminal 2 of CKPS harness connector and chassis ground.
Specification : Approx. 1.4V
Is the measured voltage within specification?
▶ Go to "Component Inspection" procedure.
▶ Go to "Check short in harness" as follows.
Check short in harness
IG "OFF" and disconnect CKPS connector and PCM connector.
Measure resistance between terminal 1(2) of CKPS harness connector and chassis ground.
Measure resistance between terminals 1 and 2 of CKPS harness connector.
Measure resistance between terminals 1(2) and 3 of CKPS harness connector.
Specification : Infinite
Is the measured resistance within specification?
▶ Go to "Component Inspection" procedure.
▶ Repair short in harness, and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
Visually check CKPS and Target wheel
IG "OFF"
Check CKPS and target wheel for deformation or damage visually
Is the above items normal ?
▶ Go to "Check CKPS resistance" as follows.
▶ Repair or replace it, and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
Check CKPS resistance
IG "OFF" and disconnect CKPS connector.
Measure resistance between terminals 1 and 2 of CKPS connector. (Component side)
Resistance | 825 ± 100Ω |
Is the measured resistance within specification?
▶ Go to "Check signal waveform of CKPS" as follows.
▶ Substitute with a known - good CKPS and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, replace CKPS and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
Check signal waveform of CKPS
IG "OFF" and connect scantool.
ENG "ON" and Measure signal waveform at terminal 1 or 2 of CKPS.
Is the measured siganl waveform normal?
▶ Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage. Repair or replace as necessary, and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
▶ Substitute with a known - good PCM and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, replace PCM and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
There is a memory reset function on scantool that can erase optional parts automatically detected and memorized by PCM. After testing PCM on the vehicle, use this function to reuse the PCM on the others
Connect scan tool and select "Diagnostic Trouble Codes(DTCs)" mode
Press F4(DTAL) and confirm that "DTC Readiness Flag" indicates "Complete". If not, drive the vehicle within conditions noted in the freeze frame data or enable conditions
Read "DTC Status" parameter
Is parameter displayed "History(Not Present) fault"?
▶ System performing to specification at this time. Clear the DTC.
▶ Go to the applicable troubleshooting procedure.