Delphi SS12201 Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor

Delphi SS12201 Crankshaft Position Sensor

The Delphi SS12201 engine crankshaft position sensor is built for Ford and Mercury applications that rely on accurate crankshaft signal input for proper engine management. It is a direct-fit replacement for select Ford Ranger, Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, Mustang, Explorer Sport, and Mercury Mountaineer models.

Key Features

• Engine crankshaft position sensor for ignition and engine timing input
• Black housing with a rectangular female connector
• 2-terminal blade-style connection
• No wiring harness included
• Package contents include the sensor and instruction sheet
• Delphi OE heritage backed by 100 years of OE experience

Application Details

Compatible with 1998-2011 Ford Ranger, 1997-2010 Ford Explorer, 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 2005-2010 Ford Mustang, 1998-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, and 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport. Delphi SS12201 is a practical OE-style replacement for vehicles that need a reliable crankshaft position signal for engine control.

This part cross-references Spectra Premium S10105 for the same application.

What This Sensor Helps Address

• Crankshaft signal loss or erratic signal output
• Hard starting or extended crank time
• Intermittent stalling or engine cut-out concerns
• Misfire or timing-related drivability issues
• Check engine light faults tied to crankshaft position sensor performance

Installation Notes

Verify connector shape, terminal count, and harness routing before installation. The Delphi SS12201 uses a rectangular female connector with two terminals and does not include a wiring harness, so inspect the vehicle-side connector and related wiring for damage before fitting the new sensor. Confirm the application against the vehicle year, make, and model listed above.

Quality Assurance

Delphi builds this crankshaft position sensor using OE-focused engineering informed by long-term supplier experience with major automakers. That OE background is reflected in the sensor design and application coverage for Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Ford Mustang, and Mercury Mountaineer platforms.