Crankshaft Position Sensor Resistance

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Mazda RX-7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect crankshaft position sensor connector. Crankshaft position sensor is a separate unit located at front of crankshaft. Measure resistance between terminals. Refer to the specifications in the CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCE table. Also, see Fig 1 . If resistance is not as indicated, replace the crankshaft position sensor.
If ignition coil resistance and crankshaft position sensor test okay, check for spark. If spark is still not present, on RX7, go to the IGNITION CONTROL MODULE heading below.

CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR RESISTANCE

Application

Ohms

Air Gap In. (mm)

RX7

⁽¹⁾ 950-1250

.040-.078 (1-2)

⁽¹⁾	Resistance for either sensor.

Fig 1: Checking Crankshaft Position Sensor (Typical)

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.