P0336high severityPowertrain
Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance
on 2000 Ford Excursion 7.3L V8 Power Stroke Diesel · 4WD
What this code means
The CKP sensor signal is erratic or out of expected pattern.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Rough running
- Stalling
- Misfire
Common causes
- Damaged reluctor ring teeth
- Excessive sensor gap
- Sensor contamination
- Tone ring wobble
Diagnostic steps
- Scope CKP signal
- Inspect reluctor ring
- Check air gap
- Look for debris on sensor
Repair notes
Inspect reluctor ring and sensor. Replace as needed.
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