Motorad 1KR153 Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor

Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor for Audi and Volkswagen

The Motorad 1KR153 engine crankshaft position sensor is built for direct replacement on select Audi and Volkswagen applications. It is engineered for OEM-level accuracy to help maintain proper engine operation, with fitment covering models such as the Audi A4, A6, TT, and Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Passat, and Beetle.

Key Features

• Engine crankshaft position sensor for ignition and engine management systems
• OEM-accuracy replacement from Motorad
• White sensor body with oblong female connector
• Blade terminal design with 3 terminals
• 1 connector, 1 mounting hole, and 0.7 in. sensor body diameter
• No wiring harness included
• No mounting bracket included
• Motorad part number 1KR153

Detailed Description

Motorad 1KR153 is an engine crankshaft position sensor for select Audi and Volkswagen vehicles, including the Audi A3, A4, A6, A6 Quattro, A4 Quattro, Allroad Quattro, S4, S3, RS4, TT, TT Quattro, and Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Passat, and Beetle. This sensor is designed to provide the crankshaft position signal needed by the engine control system for accurate timing and stable engine operation. If you are replacing a failing crankshaft sensor on a 1998-2007 Audi or Volkswagen application, this Motorad 1KR153 part offers a direct-fit service replacement.

This part cross-references 06A906433C and 907764 for the same application.

Common Issues This Part May Address

• Hard starting or extended cranking
• Intermittent stalling or sudden engine shutdown
• Check engine light related to crankshaft position signal faults
• Rough running or inconsistent engine timing input
• No-start conditions caused by a failed crankshaft position sensor

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and mounting location before installation. This sensor uses a female oblong connector, blade terminals, and a single mounting hole, so matching the OE connector and sensor shape is important for proper installation. Confirm vehicle application by year, make, and model, especially on Audi A6 and A6 Quattro 1998 applications noted as crank timing sensor fitments.

• Fits 2007 Volkswagen Golf
• Fits 1998-2001 Volkswagen Golf
• Fits 1998-2006 Audi A4 Quattro
• Fits 1998-2005 Audi A3
• Fits 1998-2005 Audi A4
• Fits 2001-2005 Audi Allroad Quattro
• Fits 1998-2005 Volkswagen Passat
• Fits 1999-2004 Audi A6
• Fits 1999-2004 Audi A6 Quattro
• Fits 2003 Audi S3
• Fits 2000 Audi S3
• Fits 2003 Volkswagen Beetle
• Fits 1998-2001 Volkswagen Beetle
• Fits 2002 Audi RS4
• Fits 2000-2002 Audi S4
• Fits 1999-2002 Audi TT
• Fits 1999-2001 Volkswagen Jetta
• Fits 2000 Audi TT Quattro
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, from 09/1998
• Fits 1998 Audi A6, crank timing sensor
• Fits 1998 Audi A6 Quattro, crank timing sensor

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures crankshaft position sensors in IATF 16949 certified facilities to support consistent production quality. The 1KR153 is backed by Motorad’s limited lifetime warranty.