RAM 3500 Truck 4WD V10-8.0L VIN W (1997)
Crankshaft Position Sensor: Testing and Inspection
Component Test
Fig. 27 Crankshaft Position Sensor
The crankshaft position sensor is located on the right-lower side of the cylinder block, forward of the right engine mount, just above the oil pan rail.
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Disconnect the sensor pigtail harness from the main engine wiring harness connector.
Fig. 26 Sensor Connector
3. Place an ohmmeter across terminals B and C. Ohmmeter should be set to 1K-to-1OK scale for this test. The meter reading should be open (infinite
resistance). Replace sensor if a low resistance is indicated.
