Mustang Cobra V8-281 4.6L DOHC VIN V MFI (1997)
Crankshaft Position Sensor: Description and Operation
PURPOSE
The Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor is the primary sensor for ignition information to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
CONSTRUCTION
The CKP sensor is a variable reluctance sensor, which is triggered by a 36-minus-1 tooth trigger pulse wheel located inside the engine front cover.
OPERATION
The sine-wave type signal generated from the CKP sensor provides two types of information:
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the position of the crankshaft in 10-degree increments.
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crankshaft speed (rpm).
The PCM uses this information to determine ignition coil turn ON and turn OFF time and for misfire detection.
