My 2007 Dodge Caliber R/T set codes P0315, P0335 and P0300 are related to the Crankshaft Position Sensor.
The Dodge Caliber has a crankshaft position sensor.The sensor uses a reluctor to measure the position of the crank.The P0335 trouble code will be thrown when the Caliber's ECM determines that there is an issue with the signal coming from this sensor.
Depending on the model year and engine of any vehicle the job of the crankshaft sensor is going to change.The data will keep the engine timing in order.
The symptoms of P0335 will be determined by whether or not the engine timing is dependent on the crank sensor.
There won't be any RPM reading if the crankshaft sensor is bad.
The crankshaft sensor is the most likely cause of P0335.There are other causes as well.
The reason that P0335 is thrown is the crankshaft sensor.It can be difficult to get to them in order to service them.The guide from doityourself.com will show you how to test the sensor.
The crank sensor works by scanning a wheel.The wheel will no longer give a proper reading if it becomes damaged over time.
A rattling sound is one of the most common symptoms of a bad reluctor ring.You will hear the engine running if it's still running.It is no longer seated properly because it has been damaged.
The ring could have broken or missing teeth if you don't hear a rattle.The vehicle won't get a good read from the crank sensor.
The crankshaft position sensor is prone to damage due to its location.If there is obvious damage to the wiring harness between the firewall and crank sensor, begin by inspecting it.The wiring harness plug should be looked at after that.