The engine stalled while driving?

It sounds like the crankshaft sensor or fuel pump is going out but to be sure lets check out his guide to help us fix it. When you turn the key to the on position without cranking the engine over can you hear the fuel pump run in the tank for 5 seconds?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Please run down this guide and report back.

Hello,

Can you please take a picture of the sensor and upload it here for us?

Thanks,
Alex
2CarPros

Which wheel is this? More then likely it is speed sensor but we will more than likely need to remove the liner and see if it is actually damaged. However, if you have a short then it could because a battery draw which will cause it to drain.

Here is the process to remove the wheel liner and once it is out, get a picture of this sensor and I will be able to identify it for you. Thanks

Okay. Thanks for the update. Glad you figured it out. Please come back and use 2CarPros in the future.

Welcome to 2CarPros.

I suspect you have two different things happening. The P0301 indicates a cylinder 1 misfire, so I suspect the piece of rubber you find belongs to the insulator on the coil pack. That would allow it to arc and misfire.

Now, the stalling when warm sounds like a bad crankshaft position sensor. Take a look through these links to better understand its purpose, symptoms, and in general how one is replaced.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-crank-shaft-angle-sensor-works

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/crankshaft-angle-sensor-replacement

What to do is check if there is spark to the plugs when it won't start or using a live data scanner, see if there is an RPM signal when cranking. Here are a few more links you may find helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

If you determine the crankshaft position sensor is bad, here are the directions specific to your vehicle for removal and replacement. The attached pictures correlate with the directions.
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2009 Dodge Charger V6-2.7L
Crankshaft Position Sensor - Removal
Vehicle Powertrain Management Sensors and Switches - Powertrain Management Sensors and Switches - Computers and Control Systems Crankshaft Position Sensor Service and Repair Removal and Replacement Crankshaft Position Sensor - Removal
CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR - REMOVAL
2.7L

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1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Raise vehicle and support.

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3. Unlock and disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Remove mounting bolt.
5. Remove sensor.

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2009 Dodge Charger V6-2.7L
Crankshaft Position Sensor - Installation
Vehicle Powertrain Management Sensors and Switches - Powertrain Management Sensors and Switches - Computers and Control Systems Crankshaft Position Sensor Service and Repair Removal and Replacement Crankshaft Position Sensor - Installation
CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR - INSTALLATION
2.7L

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NOTE: If reinstalling the sensor, check the sensor O-ring for damage and replace if necessary. Lubricate the O-ring with clean engine oil before installing the sensor.

1. Push the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor into the transmission case with a twisting motion until fully seated.

CAUTION: Before tightening the sensor mounting bolt, be sure the sensor is completely flush to the mounting surface. If the sensor is not flush, damage to the sensor mounting tang may result.

2. While holding the sensor in this position, install and tighten the retaining bolt to 9 Nm (79.5 in. lbs.).
3. Connect and lock the electrical connector to the CKP sensor.
4. Connect the negative battery cable and tighten nut to 5 Nm (45 in. lbs.).

NOTE: The Cam/Crank Variation Relearn procedure must be performed anytime there has been a repair/replacement made to a powertrain system, for example: flywheel, valvetrain, camshaft and/or crankshaft sensors or components See: Engine Control Module > Programming and Relearning > PCM/ECM Reprogramming

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If the sensor is replaced, the relearn / reprogramming will be required. This will require specific tooling to be done and you may not have the scanner to do it.

Let me know if you have other questions or need help.

Take care,
Joe

Hi,

I assume when you say it won't crank, you mean it won't start? Because all the parts you put on have to do with cranking. When you turn the key does the engine turn over but won't start running or does it not do anything?

If this is the case, we need to find out if you have spark. Hold a spark plug against the engine block and see if there is a spark. If not, then we know what direction to go.

An engine needs spark at the right time, fuel, and compression to run. I assume you have compression because this is not a sudden thing to lose but spark and fuel could be. Spark is the easiest to verify and then we can go from there. Thanks

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-cranks-excessively-before-starting

Hello,

This is common when the throttle body gets dirty and cause the PCM to shut the engine down because of correlation issues. Here is a guide that explains it and how to fix it.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/reduced-power-limp-mode

The security light came on becasue the battery was low and then replaced just reset the system

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-reset-a-security-system

This guide can help as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Please run down these guides and report back.

This could be a number of things but the most likely cause is the crankshaft position sensor.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor

Keep in mind that if you replace this sensor that you will need to perform a relearn with a scan tool. If you don't have one that can do this, just make arrangements to have that done.

Hey DMAILADDI02,

I have seen this problem before this is what I want you to do, lift the hood and while the engine is running grab the wiring harness from around the engine compartment and move them. One of them is shorting to ground and stalling the engine. Please let me know what you find.