OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic)
P0336 Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance
The CKP signal is present but inconsistent with engine RPM, or pulse counts deviate from the reluctor's expected pattern. Often points to a damaged tooth on the reluctor or an air gap that has changed.
Is it safe to drive with P0336?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- PossibleReluctor tooth damaged
- PossibleSensor air gap incorrect
- Most likelySensor intermittent (often heat-related)
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0.5–4 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- After the fix
- A drive cycle is needed before the light stays off
- Parts involved
- Crankshaft Position Sensor, Reluctor Ring
Related codes
- P0333Knock Sensor 2 Circuit High Input (Bank 2)
- P0334Knock/Combustion Vibration Sensor B Circuit Intermittent
- P0335Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Malfunction
- P0337Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Low Input
- P0338Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit High Input
- P0339Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Intermittent
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.