Standard Ignition Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor P/N:PC1219
Help keep your Lincoln firing on time with the Standard Ignition Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor (MPN PC121) — the 1991-2002 Lincoln Continental 3.8L / 4.6L sensor that reports crankshaft position and rotational speed so the engine control module can time the spark and fuel delivery. It installs as a direct-fit replacement for the 1991-1994 Lincoln Continental (V6-3.8L) and the 1995-2002 Lincoln Continental (V8-4.6L).
What it does: A crankshaft position sensor reads the position and speed of the rotating crankshaft and feeds that signal to the engine management system, which uses it to control ignition timing and fuel injection.
Signs this part may need replacing: a no-start or hard starting condition, stalling, intermittent cutout, or a misfire. These symptoms can have other causes, so diagnose the fault first — if a failed crankshaft position sensor is the cause, this replaces it.
What vehicles does the PC121 crankshaft position sensor fit?
It fits the 1991-1994 Lincoln Continental (V6-3.8L) and the 1995-2002 Lincoln Continental (V8-4.6L).
What does a crankshaft position sensor do?
It reads the crankshaft's position and rotational speed and sends that signal to the engine control module, which uses it to time ignition and fuel injection.
What are the signs a crankshaft position sensor may be failing?
Common signs include a no-start or hard start, stalling, intermittent cutout, or a misfire. These can have other causes, so diagnose the fault before replacing.
Is the PC121 a direct-fit replacement?
Yes. It is designed as a direct-fit replacement for the original crankshaft position sensor on the listed applications.
Will replacing this sensor fix my check engine light?
If a failed crankshaft position sensor is the cause, replacing it addresses that fault. Because other issues can trigger similar codes, confirm the diagnosis first.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.