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What role does the crankshaft position sensor play?
Years 2007-2013

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The task of the sensor in question is to interface with the camshaft sensor. This is because the combination of the two allows the engine control unit to know the exact position of the first cylinder and then give the ok when the latter is turned on.
Posted on: 3 November 2022 by ScegliAuto

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