Engine will not crank for 30 minutes after driving

2003 SATURN VUE
116,000 MILES • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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FLAVOUREDGLOWSTICKS
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My car drives fine. However, once I stop and try to turn the car back on it will not turn over. I usually have to wait 20-30 minutes. This problem started about 2 weeks ago when it died during an idle (no build up to it, no sputtering, it just died). I've tested the battery, alternator, and starter. They all are good.
Apr 25, 2022 at 8:03 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

What you are describing sounds like a crankshaft position sensor. When they start to fail, heat adversely affects them. As a result, you have to let them cool down so they will work again.

Do me a favor. Take a look through this link and let me know if it seems to mirror what you experience.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor

If you feel that is the issue, I attached the directions below for replacing it. Additionally, here is a link that explains in general how it's done. You may find it helpful.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/crankshaft-angle-sensor-replacement

Let me know if this helps.

Take care,

Joe

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Apr 25, 2022 at 8:58 PM