How To Test Crankshaft Position Sensors (CKP) The Right Way

How to test crankshaft position sensors without any guess work using multiple methods and tools to obtain and analyze sensor signals. These proven methods can be helpful when diagnosing anything from a crankshaft position sensor trouble code to a engine no start.

0:00 Intro
0:35 What does a crankshaft position sensor do?
1:02 Faulty crankshaft position sensor symptoms
1:57 Trigger or reluctor wheels
5:36 Analog or VR crankshaft position sensors
6:05 Ohm testing analog sensors
6:57 Signal testing analog sensors
11:25 Digital or hall effect crankshaft position sensors
12:04 Testing digital sensor wiring
15:06 Testing digital sensor signals
18:02 Conclusion