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P0335 Saturn Code - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit

Quick Answer

The crankshaft position sensor is an internally magnetic biased digital output integrated circuit sensing device. Common causes include Faulty Crankshaft Position Sensor, Crankshaft Position Sensor harness is open or shorted, Crankshaft Position Sensor circuit poor electrical connection. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P0335 Saturn indicates Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty Crankshaft Position Sensor, Crankshaft Position Sensor harness is open or shorted, Crankshaft Position Sensor circuit poor electrical connection.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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Code Popularity 14,647

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Intermediate (2 / 3)

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Code P0335 Saturn Description

The crankshaft position sensor is an internally magnetic biased digital output integrated circuit sensing device. The sensor detects magnetic flux changes in the teeth and slots of the reluctor wheel on the crankshaft. The reluctor wheel is spaced at 60-tooth spacing, with two missing teeth for the reference gap. The reference gap is used to identify the crankshaft position at each start-up. The crankshaft position sensor produces an ON/OFF DC voltage of varying frequency, with 58 output pulses per crankshaft revolution. The crankshaft position sensor sends a digital signal to the ECM as each tooth on the reluctor wheel rotates past the crankshaft position sensor. The ECM uses each crankshaft position signal pulse to determine the crankshaft speed position. This information is then used to determine the optimum ignition and injection points of the engine. The ECM also uses crankshaft position sensor output information to determine the camshaft's relative position to the crankshaft, control camshaft phasing, and detect cylinder misfire.
The ECM also has a dedicated replicated crankshaft position sensor signal output circuit that may be used as an input signal to other modules for monitoring engine RPM.
The Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be set when no signal is sent from the Crankshaft Position Sensor to the ECM for greater than 1s.

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What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0335 Saturn?

Faulty Crankshaft Position Sensor
Crankshaft Position Sensor harness is open or shorted
Crankshaft Position Sensor circuit poor electrical connection
Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)

How to Fix the DTC P0335 Saturn?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0335 Saturn code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.