Where can I buy a sensor kit for my Nissan X-Trail?
I have a Nissan X-Trail 2006 SE and was able to buy an OEM set produced by Nissan which is the new improved metal ones. Apparently, Nissan recognized that the original plastic ones were crapping out and therefore have this set for cheap. I ordered the Sensor Kit from the dealership; part # B3731-6N21A, and it was just under $60 Canadian.
Where are the cam and crank position sensors located?
The sensor is located low down on the firewall side of the engine block, between the rightmost two cylinders when looking towards the engine from the front of the car.You should be able to reach around the right hand side of the engine with your righthand and follow the sensor wire down to the sensor itself.
What to do if your crank and cam sensors are not working?
Then you could have a faulty crank and or cam position sensor. These are the steps I took to fix the problem with our XTRAIL. 1. Confirm that the problem is really the Crank or Cam position sensor. You have one or more of the symptoms listed above The Check engine light is lit on the dash
How do you replace a cam position sensor?
–This is the easy one to get to– a) Unclip the cam sensor lead b) Remove its retaining bolt using a 10mm socket c) Remove the old sensor from the head d) Put some oil on the new sensors O’ring e) Place the new sensor into the head f) Replace the retaining bolt & Clip the lead back on 3. Replace the Crank position sensor if you have a P0335 error.
Where is the crankshaft position sensor located on a car?
The location of the crankshaft position sensor can vary from one vehicle to another. Obviously it must be close to the crankshaft, so it is most often located on the front underside of the engine. It can usually be found mounted to the timing cover. Sometimes it may be mounted at the rear or the side of the engine.
I have a Nissan X-Trail 2006 SE and was able to buy an OEM set produced by Nissan which is the new improved metal ones. Apparently, Nissan recognized that the original plastic ones were crapping out and therefore have this set for cheap. I ordered the Sensor Kit from the dealership; part # B3731-6N21A, and it was just under $60 Canadian.
How to change the crankshaft and cam sensors?
One for the crankshaft and one for the cam. Have them change both. The engine cover will be off to get at the crankshaft one, so its easy to get at the camshaft one. In the Nissan Labour times the crankshaft sensor is 1 hour and the camshaft sensor a half hour.
How does a Hall effect sensor work on a crankshaft?
A Hall effect sensor produces electricity in when it is exposed to a magnetic field. In a crankshaft position sensor, a toothed wheel, spinning with the crankshaft, disrupts the magnetic field.