What’s the difference between a crankshaft position sensor and a camshaft position sensor? I need to replace one in my 2014 but I’m unsure which one.

Asked by Kimberly Apr 21, 2018 at 06:39 AM about the 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 4WD

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The camshaft controls the opening and closing of cylinders valves; the crankshaft makes the engine move by rotating and moving pistons up/down (reciprocating) via connecting rods. Unless you are sure which sensor you need, you will have to replace both. In my opinion, this does not make sense, you will probably waste money. Has anyone diagnosed the problem? Are there any codes?

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