OBD Guide

P2618

Crankshaft Position Signal Output Circuit Low

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$17–50 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Engine won't start
  • Unstable engine operation
  • Power Loss
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine light comes on

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in wiring
  • Poor contact in the sensor connector
  • Malfunction of the crankshaft position sensor
  • Wiring harness damage
  • Circuit Grounding Problems

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the sensor wiring
  2. Clean and check connector contacts
  3. Check the resistance and output signal of the sensor
  4. Replace the crankshaft position sensor if necessary
  5. Check and restore circuit grounding

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