Component Inspection

CHECK CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (POS)-I
1. Loosen the fixing bolt of the sensor.
2. Disconnect crankshaft position sensor (POS) harness connector.
3. Remove the sensor.
4. Visually check the sensor for chipping.
  Is the inspection result normal?
  
  YES >> GO TO 2.
  
  NO >> Replace crankshaft position sensor (POS). Refer to OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER .
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Crankshaft Position Sensor (POS)
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

CHECK CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (POS)-II

Check resistance crankshaft position sensor (POS) terminals as per the following.

RESISTANCE REFERENCE CHART

Terminal No. (Polarity)	Resistance
1 (+) - 2 (-)	Except 0 or ∞ Ω [at 25°C (77°F)]
1 (+) - 3 (-)
2 (+) - 3 (-)

Is the inspection result normal?

YES >> INSPECTION END

NO >> Replace crankshaft position sensor (POS). Refer to OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER .

Fig 2: Checking Resistance Crankshaft Position Sensor (POS) Terminals

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Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.