Name: Crankshaft Position Sensor to suit Nissan 350Z Z33 AAZ33 BAZ33 VQ35DE VQ35HR
Brand: Aftermarket OEM Replacement
SKU: CSCA263-3
Price: 149.97 AUD
Availability: InStock

BRAND NEW *OEM Quality* crankshaft position sensor to suit Nissan 350Z Z33 with VQ35DE or VQ35HR.

A 350Z that cuts out mid-corner and restarts a minute later is the textbook crank sensor failure - this is the direct replacement and it ships from Cranbourne VIC.

TO SUIT

Suits the 350Z Z33 coupe and roadster across both engines - AAZ33 with the VQ35DE in 206kW and 221kW form built 2002 to 2007 and BAZ33 with the 230kW VQ35HR built 2007 to 2009. One sensor covers the whole Z33 production run.

FITMENT CHECK

The VQ35HR in the BAZ33 uses the same crank sensor as the earlier VQ35DE but a different cam sensor. Confirm you are replacing the rear crank sensor and not one of the front cam sensors.

OEM PART NUMBERS

23731-AL60C
23731-AL60D
23731-AL60A
23731-AL605
23731-AL606
23731-8J100
23731-8J105
23731-8J106
23731-WL01A

OTHER PART NUMBERS

VEMO: V38-72-0214
NTK-AU: EH0343
HELLA: 6PU 009 168-941
VALEO: 366613
WALKER PRODUCTS: 235-1151
HITACHI: 138105
HITACHI: 2508105

PACKAGE INCLUDES

1 x crankshaft position sensor with 3-pin connector housing. Direct plug-in fit to the Z33 factory harness.

ABOUT THIS SENSOR

The Z33 crank sensor sits low at the rear of the block just above the bellhousing, right in the path of heat coming off the exhaust collectors. Track use and hard driving cook it faster than street use does.

Once the signal breaks up the ECU pulls fuel and spark with no warning, which on a 350Z shows up as a cut-out under load or mid-corner. The car usually restarts a minute or two later and throws no permanent code, so the fault gets chased for months.

COMMON SYMPTOMS OF FAILURE

Sudden cut-out under load or mid-corner then restarts
Hot restart failure after a track session or spirited drive
Tacho drops to zero momentarily while driving
Misfire and stumble above 4000rpm on VQ35DE and VQ35HR
Fault codes P0335 P0336 crankshaft position sensor circuit
Long crank before starting when the engine is hot

[10/02 - 03/07] NISSAN 350Z AAZ33 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 206kW)
[11/05 - 03/07] NISSAN 350Z AAZ33 (3.5L V6 VQ35DE 221kW)
[04/07 - 04/09] NISSAN 350Z BAZ33 (3.5L V6 VQ35HR 230kW)

How do I test a crankshaft or camshaft position sensor?

Use an OBD2 scanner to check for fault codes P0335 to P0338 (crankshaft) or P0340 to P0349 (camshaft). You can also test the sensor with a multimeter - inductive sensors should show resistance between 200 and 1,000 ohms, while Hall effect sensors require a live voltage test with the engine cranking. Erratic or absent RPM signal on a live data scanner is a strong indicator of sensor failure.

Can a cam or crank sensor fault cause my vehicle to go into limp mode?

Yes. A faulty crankshaft position sensor in particular can cause the ECU to lose engine speed and position data entirely, which may trigger limp mode or prevent the engine from starting. A faulty camshaft sensor on variable valve timing engines can cause the VVT system to default to a fixed position, significantly reducing power and fuel economy.

Do cam and crank sensors need to be programmed after replacement?

In most cases no - aftermarket OEM replacement sensors are direct plug-in replacements that require no programming. However some vehicles, particularly late model European makes including BMW and Mercedes-Benz, may require a crankshaft adaptation reset using a dealer-level scan tool after replacement. Check your vehicle service information before replacing the sensor.

What are the symptoms of a faulty crankshaft position sensor?

Symptoms include intermittent stalling, engine not starting, rough idle, misfires, and a Check Engine light with codes P0335-P0338. In severe cases the engine will crank but not start as the ECU cannot determine crank position for ignition timing.

What are the symptoms of a faulty camshaft position sensor?

Symptoms include poor performance, misfires, difficulty starting, rough idle, and fault codes P0340-P0343. Variable valve timing systems (VVT) will also be affected, causing sluggish response and increased fuel consumption.

Can I drive with a bad crankshaft position sensor?

If the sensor has failed completely the engine will not start or will stall and not restart. If it is intermittently failing, driving is dangerous - the engine can cut out without warning. Replace it immediately.

Do I need to replace both the cam and crank sensor at the same time?

Not necessarily - replace whichever has failed based on fault codes and diagnosis. However, if your vehicle has high kilometres and one has failed, it is worth considering replacing both as they are similar in age and condition.

Identification
SKU	CSCA263-3
Barcode #	4046001849978
Brand	Aftermarket OEM Replacement
Part Numbers
Part Number	CSCA263
Reference OEM Number	23731-AL60C
Other OEM Numbers	23731-AL60C, 23731-AL60D, 23731-AL605, 23731-AL606, 23731-AL60A
Related Part Numbers	SC294, 235-1151, CAS2361, CAS-165
Trade Part Numbers	VEMO: V38-72-0214, NTK-AU: EH0343, HELLA: 6PU 009 168-941
Product Specifics
Product Type	SENSOR
Sensor Type	CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Fitting Position	Rear Crankcase
Number of pins	3-Pin
Supplementary Article Info	without cable
Rated Voltage	12 V
Housing Colour	Black
Height	38 mm
Fitment Type	Direct Replacement
Other Details
Note	3-pin plug. Rear crankcase position - not the cam sensor.