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1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

GURLEYANN

  • MEMBER
  • 2000 NISSAN FRONTIER
  • 3.3L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL

I cannot find my crankshaft position sensor

Do you

have the same problem?

Yes

No

Monday, June 30th, 2014 AT 1:59 PM

1 Reply

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

It's on the back of the engine where the transmission bolts to the engine. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

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Monday, June 30th, 2014 AT 2:32 PM

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

Located on the transmission housing, sensor is in two places depending on engine. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

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1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

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Thursday, March 17th, 2011 AT 2:33 AM

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

RONAUTOMD

  • MEMBER
  • 2000 NISSAN PATHFINDER

Need to change it but cant find it on engine

Monday, March 6th, 2017 AT 1:49 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

It is located on transmission housing, facing flywheel gear teeth. You must change it from under the car.

Here is a guide that will show you what you are in for when changing it

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

Here is a diagram to show you where it is help you get the problem fixed

Please let me know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Best, Ken

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1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

Monday, March 6th, 2017 AT 1:49 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

DESMOND THOMPSON

  • MEMBER
  • 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER
  • 3.3L
  • V6
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 165,000 MILES

Do I have to remove the wheel to get to the sensor? Could you send me the video to show how it is done?

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

No need to do that. That would mean removing the transmission first. We don't have videos but the sensor is held in by one bolt and a wire plug on the outside of the bellhousing. The hardest part is just reaching it.

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Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

Correction.I re-read your question. I thought you said flywheel. Removing the wheel might help gain access, you will have to look and see if you can access it through the wheel well.

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

Would that be the front wheel on the drivers side?

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

Yes, the left front wheel.

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

Thanks!

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

DESMOND THOMPSON

  • MEMBER
  • 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER
  • 3.3L
  • V6
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 165,000 MILES

I would like to find and replace this sensor

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

It's located on the Bellhousing where it meets the back of the engine.

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

CABLECS

  • MEMBER
  • 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER
  • 180,000 MILES

I have a 98 pathfinder chilkoot that was running very rough and then stalled out. The code was p0335 crankshaft position sensor. That made sense. All the parts stores had the part for a 3.3l v6 98 pathfinder. The trouble is the mechanic couldn't find it on the truck. I phoned Nissan and after some confusion the mechanic said mine didn't have a crank position sensor on the engine, it was in the distributor. I've checked my vin online and now I'm not even sure if it is a 3.3l The vin comes up with a Nissan VG30d which I don't know what that is. A 3.0l maybe. The vin is
jn8ar05y3ww266132. Any chance you know about this. I do remember when I got a new distributor before, the parts guy said to make sure which month it was made because there were 2 different models that year.

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Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

My reference materials shows that make and model having a VG33E 3.3L engine.

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

The reference also shows the crank sensor at the back of the block facing the flywheel.

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

I've got three mechanics including two mechanics at different Nissan dealers that say it's not on the block. I'm really at a loss.

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

Is this a US vehicle?

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

No. Made in kyusho japan

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

1998 nissan frontier crankshaft position sensor location

That makes it a little difficult. All my references show the 98 Pathfinder as having a VG33E 3.3l engine, which has the crank sensor on the rear of the block. I'm seeing a VG30E on the Sentra, but it also has a CPS on the rear of the block.

Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM (Merged)

What are the symptoms of a failing crank sensor?

5 Signs of a Failing Crank Sensor.
Crank Sensor Problems Could Make it Hard to Start Car. One sign that your crankshaft sensor might be failing is if you find it hard to start your vehicle. ... .
Engine Vibration Issues. ... .
Fuel Economy Slippage. ... .
Uneven Acceleration. ... .
Check Engine Light On..

Where is my crankshaft position sensor located?

The Crankshaft Position sensor is normally located in the timing cover or on the side of the block with a cylindrical portion that inserts into the block. Will a malfunctioning Cam or Crank Sensor illuminate the check engine light or affect vehicle operation?

What is the most common problem with crankshaft sensor?

The most common symptom associated with a bad or failing crankshaft position sensor is difficulty starting the vehicle. The crankshaft position sensor monitors the position and speed of the crankshaft and other parameters that play an important role when starting the engine.