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Default Crankshaft Position Sensor Test - 08-26-2004 , 08:04 AM






I have a 1987 Old Ciera 3.8L. Is there a way to test the crankshaft
position sensor with a DVM?

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Bill

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Default Re: Crankshaft Position Sensor Test - 08-26-2004 , 08:44 AM






Not a good test at all, try to get it on a scanner and see if you have
cranking rpm. If not the crank sensor or the ign. module can be at fault.
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Thanks
Bill



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Default Re: Crankshaft Position Sensor Test - 08-28-2004 , 12:12 AM



You can wing it:

Set the meter to AC voltage, and crank the motor. A good crank sensor will
generate about .25 to 2.0 volts, but don't condemn the sensor if you get no
reading at all. Buy a Snap On Vantage or an OTC graphing multi meter, the
OTC is better.

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I have a 1987 Old Ciera 3.8L. Is there a way to test the crankshaft
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Thanks
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