Related: How Often Should I Replace My Accessory Drive Belt? The crankshaft position sensor, typically mounted near or on the crankshaft, tells the engine computer how fast the engine is running.

Your vehicle's crankshaft sensor can be, well, cranky. But it's also a key part you can't do without. So what makes one fail? And how do you know if it's bad?

The engine's crankshaft position sensor plays a vital role in ensuring your vehicle is performing at its best. Here are five warning signs that it is bad.

Fiat Chrysler 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 Recalled Over Crankshaft Position Sensor Failure Published: 14 Jun 2023, 14:10 UTC • By: Mircea Panait 7 photos ...