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1996 BMW M3

3.2L I6 S52RWDAUTOMATICgas
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0338high severityPowertrain

Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit High Input

on 1996 BMW M3 3.2L I6 S52 · RWD

What this code means

High signal from CKP sensor.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • No start
  • Erratic operation

Common causes

  • Short to voltage
  • Faulty sensor
  • Wiring issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test signal voltage
  2. Check for shorts to power

Repair notes

Replace sensor or repair wiring.

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