crankshaft position sensor and crank position timing

2006 VOLKSWAGEN POLO
180,000 MILES • 1.4L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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Hi guys, can you please help with timing for crankshaft position sensor and crank position? I'm really desperate now.
Mar 6, 2020 at 2:47 AM
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Hi,

I'm sorry, but this vehicle isn't offered in the US, so I don't have specifics on it. The 1.4L isn't available here. However, If I recall correctly, I read the intake manifold needs removed to access it. I tried to find pics online. I found one. Take a look at it. If I am correct, that is under the intake manifold and there is a coolant line blocking it as well. There should be a rubber or plastic cover over the opening. The sensor is down inside.

Here is a link that explains how in general one is replaced, but yours is a bit different because of location:


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

Let me know if this helps. Sorry I don't have more info.

Take care,
Joe
Mar 6, 2020 at 8:53 PM
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Yes, the sensor is inside between gearbox and engine. I've opened it and did a number of setting but still nothing.
Mar 9, 2020 at 1:27 AM
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Are you getting spark to the plugs?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

Joe
Mar 10, 2020 at 7:41 PM
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Yes I have spark.
Mar 18, 2020 at 6:40 AM
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Are you getting fuel? Will it start for a couple seconds if you use starting fluid? If you have spark, it should run unless there is a fuel issue. Most vehicles I deal with simply requires the crank sensor to be mounted. Some require setting a gap between the sensor and reluctor wheel, but timing is never done with a sensor.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Do me a favor, check to see if it will start for a couple seconds using starting fluid. If it does and then stalls, there is a fuel related issue. If it doesn't start or even try to start, record the engine while cranking and upload it for me to hear.

Take care,
Joe
Mar 18, 2020 at 12:08 PM
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Okay, will do that. thanks
Mar 23, 2020 at 1:47 PM
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You are very welcome. Let me know what you find. We'll figure it out together.

Take care,
Joe
Mar 23, 2020 at 8:06 PM