P0336 Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance

Powertrain Severity: High Generic OBD-II

The crankshaft sensor signal is erratic or out of range.

Common causes

  • Intermittent wiring
  • Damaged reluctor teeth
  • Faulty sensor

Symptoms

  • Stalling
  • Misfire-like stumble
  • Hard starting

What to check

  1. Wiggle-test the wiring
  2. Inspect the reluctor ring
  3. Replace sensor if faulty

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