The engine fires a few times but will not start, where is the Crankshaft Position Sensor located?

1992 ISUZU AMIGO
170,000 MILES • 2.6L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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SHOWTIME2
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Ran codes using a jumper wire. Got a code 41. Crankshaft position sensor error. Can't locate the sensor on the engine.
Apr 24, 2024 at 3:27 PM
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What I need is the location of the crankshaft position sensor. 1992 Isuzu amigo 2.6 5 speed.
Apr 24, 2024 at 6:23 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

This doesn't have a traditional crankshaft position sensor. On this vehicle, it is a pick up coil inside the distributor. See pic below.

As far as the problem, have you checked for diagnostic trouble codes? If not, here is a link that explains how to check:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/mitsubishi-trouble-code-definitions-and-retrieval-procedure-for-odb1-system

If you haven't already, I recommend checking for codes.

Let me know what you find,

Joe

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Apr 24, 2024 at 7:22 PM
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Thank you, Joe. It seems I found the right place for answers. Your info helps a ton. I did run diagnostic test. Got code 41. But I'm going to use the link you sent and see if I get anything more. Thanks a bunch. I'll update you on progress as it comes.
Apr 24, 2024 at 9:02 PM
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Hi,

You are very welcome. As far as the code is concerned, it is related to the sensor you mentioned.

If you look below, I attached the diagnostics specific to the code. Take a look through them and let me know if you are comfortable performing them.

Let me know what you find.

Take care,

Joe

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Apr 25, 2024 at 7:17 PM
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Don't understand.
Apr 28, 2024 at 3:07 PM
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Hi,

No problem. The diagnostics are to determine if the pick-up/crank sensor is working properly.

If you are uncomfortable performing the test, by any chance do you have access to a different distributor?

If not, try this. Disconnect the battery for approximately 30 minutes. When you reconnect it, the code should be cleared. At that point, crank the engine a few times and see if the code comes right back. If it does, I suspect the distributor may need replaced.

Let me know.

Joe
Apr 28, 2024 at 7:03 PM