Delphi SS12165 Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor

Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor for Chrysler and Dodge

Delphi SS12165 is an engine crankshaft position sensor built for direct-fit replacement on select Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicles. It uses a black housing, oval female connector, and 3-pin male terminals to match the original electrical interface on supported applications.

Backed by Delphi’s OE heritage and decades of supplier experience with major automakers, this crankshaft position sensor is made for accurate engine speed and crankshaft position signal input. It is a practical choice for Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Jeep Wrangler repairs where reliable crank signal data is required.

Key Features

• Brand: Delphi
• Part number: SS12165
• Engine crankshaft position sensor for ignition system repair
• Black sensor body with oval connector shape
• 1 female connector with 3 male terminals
• Wiring harness not included
• Package contents: engine crankshaft position sensor and instruction sheet

Detailed Product Overview

Delphi SS12165 is engineered as an OE-style crankshaft position sensor for vehicles that depend on precise crankshaft timing input for engine management. It is listed for 2007-2011 Dodge Nitro, 2007-2011 Jeep Wrangler, 2007-2010 Chrysler 300, 2007-2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2008-2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 2008-2010 Dodge Avenger, 2009-2010 Dodge Challenger, 2007-2010 Dodge Charger, 2008-2010 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2009-2010 Dodge Journey, 2007-2008 Chrysler Pacifica, and 2007-2008 Dodge Magnum. This part cross-references Standard Ignition PC757 for the same application.

Delphi draws on OE experience and supplier knowledge built into its aftermarket parts, helping maintain the signal quality needed for proper engine operation. The SS12165 is a fitment-based replacement for Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Jeep Wrangler applications where the original sensor uses this connector and terminal configuration.

Common Problems This Sensor Can Help Solve

• Crankshaft position signal loss
• Hard starting or no-start conditions related to crank signal failure
• Intermittent stalling caused by an unstable sensor signal
• Check engine light concerns tied to crankshaft position sensor faults
• Rough running from incorrect engine timing input

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector shape, terminal count, and sensor location before installation. This Delphi SS12165 uses a single oval female connector with 3 male terminals and does not include a wiring harness. Compare the original sensor and vehicle application carefully on Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Jeep Wrangler models before replacement.

Quality Assurance

Delphi builds aftermarket parts using OE heritage and knowledge developed through long-term supplier relationships with leading automakers. That background supports consistent fitment and signal performance for the SS12165 crankshaft position sensor.