P0315-NO CRANK SENSOR LEARNED





For a complete wiring diagram Refer to Section 8W.



Possible Causes
TONE WHEEL/PULSE RING
WIRE HARNESS
CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR


Always perform the Pre-Diagnostic Troubleshooting procedure before proceeding. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).



Diagnostic Test

1. ACTIVE DTC

Ignition on, engine not running.
With a scan tool, select View DTCs and read and record the related Freeze Frame data.
With a scan tool, clear DTCs, PCM battery disconnect to reset the PCM.
Start the engine.
If the MIL has not yet illuminated, test drive the vehicle to try to get the code to reset.

Does the code reset while cranking or during the test drive?

Yes


No

2. WIRE HARNESS INSPECTION

Turn the ignition off.
Visually inspect the CKP wire harness. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires.
Visually inspect the CKP wire harness connectors. Look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded terminals.
Make sure the Crankshaft Position Sensor is properly installed and the mounting bolt(s) are torqued to the proper specification.

Were any of the above conditions present?

Yes


No

3. TONE WHEEL/FLEX PLATE INSPECTION

Remove the Crankshaft Position Sensor.
Inspect the Tone Wheel/Flex Plate slots for damage, foreign material, or excessive movement.

Were any problems found?

Yes


No

4. CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR


If there are no possible causes remaining, view repair.

Repair