Dakota Quad Cab 2WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2001)
Crankshaft Position Sensor: Description and Operation
Fig. 24 CKP Sensor Location
The Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKP) is mounted into the right-rear side of the engine block.
Engine speed and crankshaft position are provided through the crankshaft position sensor. The sensor generates pulses that are the input sent to the
powertrain control module (PCM). The PCM interprets the sensor input to determine the crankshaft position. The PCM then uses this position, along
with other inputs, to determine injector sequence and ignition timing.
The sensor is a hall effect device combined with an internal magnet. It is also sensitive to steel within a certain distance from it.
