The engine fires a few times but will not start, where is the Crankshaft Position Sensor located?

Hi,

This doesn't have a traditional crankshaft position sensor. On this vehicle, it is a pick up coil inside the distributor. See pic below.

As far as the problem, have you checked for diagnostic trouble codes? If not, here is a link that explains how to check:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/mitsubishi-trouble-code-definitions-and-retrieval-procedure-for-odb1-system

If you haven't already, I recommend checking for codes.

Let me know what you find,

Joe

See pic below.

Hi,

You are very welcome. As far as the code is concerned, it is related to the sensor you mentioned.

If you look below, I attached the diagnostics specific to the code. Take a look through them and let me know if you are comfortable performing them.

Let me know what you find.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.

Hi:

No problem. The diagnostics are to determine if the pick-up/crank sensor is working properly.

If you are uncomfortable performing the test, by any chance do you have access to a different distributor?

If not, try this. Disconnect the battery for approx 30 minutes. When you reconnect it, the code should be cleared. At that point, crank the engine a few times and see if the code comes right back. If it does, I suspect the distributor may need replaced.

Let me know.

Joe