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P0336: Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance
What it means
The crankshaft position signal is erratic or doesn't match expected pattern.
Severity: High Intermittent stalling risk.
Common causes
- Failing crank sensor
- Damaged reluctor teeth
- Wiring interference
- Excessive crank endplay
Most common causes first. Exact causes vary by make, model and engine.
Can I fix it myself?
Sometimes DIY. Inspect the sensor tip for metal debris.
Repair cost
SEEDED ESTIMATE Roughly $80–$470
Most likely repair: crank/cam position sensor. Diagnosis fees, taxes and other causes are not included.
| Line | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crank/cam position sensor | $26 | $227 | Typical listed retail range, source ($445 and $859 outliers excluded) |
| Labor 0.5–1.5 hr | $50 | $240 | $100–$160/hr, shop survey |
⚠️ This is an editorial placeholder range for this type of repair. It is not based on real invoices or licensed pricing data yet. Real ranges will appear here once enough reader invoices for P0336 are verified.
Verified reader invoices for P0336: 0. Share your repair bill to help build real costs.
Tools that can read P0336
- ScanFixAI: Pro $29.99/mo or $249.99/yr
- OBDAI: Annual PRO bundle $299
- BlueDriver Pro Next-Gen: $119.95 list ($99.95 sale seen)
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