Crankshaft position sensor A range/performance
What P0336 means
Your car's computer set P0336: Crankshaft position sensor A range/performance. It belongs to the ignition system and misfire group of codes. It is a generic code, so it means the same thing on every make. The check engine light usually comes on once the fault has been seen on two drives in a row. Until then it shows up as a pending code.
Can I keep driving? The engine can stall or refuse to start. Get it fixed before a long trip.
Common causes
- Failed crankshaft position sensor
- Damaged reluctor ring
- Wiring or connector problem
Fix the cheapest, most likely cause first. Clearing the code without a repair only turns the light off until the fault comes back.
Check it yourself
If the RPM reading drops to zero or jumps while driving, the crank sensor signal is cutting out.
Torque Deck reads P0336 with a cheap Bluetooth OBD2 adapter. It also shows the freeze frame (engine conditions at the moment the code set) and the live data you need to narrow it down.
Parts
Parts most often replaced for P0336: crankshaft position sensor. Confirm the cause first, and match the part to your exact engine.
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This page explains what the code usually means. It is not a diagnosis of your car. When in doubt, ask a mechanic.