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1996 Mercedes Benz 220cdi Repair Question


Topics covered: Sensor, Engine, Bell housing.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on January 31, 2009

1996 Mercedes Benz 220cdi crank position sensor

Engine Performance problem
1996 Mercedes Benz 220cdi 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic alot miles

i have a mercedes 220c and it will crank anf fire once or twice but wont stay running i was told it may be the crank position sensor or the cam position sensor so i purchased both of them and installed the cam position sensor but cant find the crank position sensor if you could tell me its location and give any other advise on its problem i would be greatful
Avatar Asked by john ervin

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Replied on March 25, 2009

according to the on demand manuals, it does not specify that a "crank position sensor" exists, but if it does, you will find it down by the harmonic balancer, or at the rear of the engine on the bell housing, since you have one in your possession you know what it looks like.

Tiny Answered by Dr Loot (expert)
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