Mitsubishi Crank Angle Sensor

Description

Where is the Crank Angle Sensor located on the specific vehicle?

We all know that the function of the CAS on an engine is to monitor the rotational position and speed (RPM) of the crankshaft and it affects the ignition timing, fuel injection, or the injection process on a Diesel engine. The CAS location may vary depending on the type of Ignition system utilized and model of vehicle being worked on, and if Diesel or Petrol.

• A distributor fitted to an engine “generally” houses the CAS internally. (This is not always the case as manufacturers may locate CAM sensors in the distributor and locate the CAS externally)
• A distributor-less system or Diesel will generally mount the CAS at the front crank pulley area or towards the rear crankshaft drive plate.

It is important that you have identified the suspect CAS and not the CAM sensor or a transmission input speed sensor located on the bell housing.