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Powertrain fault code

P0336: Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance

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The engine can cut out without warning or fail to start. Avoid relying on the car until it is fixed.

What P0336 means

The crankshaft position signal is missing or doesn't make sense. The engine needs this signal to run.

Common causes

  • Faulty crankshaft sensor
  • Damaged wiring or connector
  • Damaged reluctor ring

What to check first

  1. Check the sensor wiring and plug.
  2. Have the sensor signal checked by a workshop.

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P0335

General guidance only, not a diagnosis. A qualified mechanic should confirm the cause before you replace parts.