Motorad 1KR163 Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor

Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor for Hyundai and Kia

Motorad 1KR163 is an engine crankshaft position sensor built for OE-style accuracy and stable engine management. It is a direct-fit replacement for select Hyundai Elantra, Tucson, Tiburon, and Kia Rio, Soul, Sportage, Spectra, and Spectra5 applications.

This Motorad crankshaft position sensor, part number 1KR163, is manufactured in IATF16949 certified facilities and backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

Key Features

• Engine crankshaft position sensor for ignition and engine management systems
• OE accuracy for consistent crankshaft signal input
• Black sensor body with rectangular female connector
• 3-terminal blade-style connection
• 1 mounting hole and no mounting bracket included
• No wiring harness included
• Sensor body diameter: 0.69 in.

Detailed Description

Motorad 1KR163 is an engine crankshaft position sensor designed to restore accurate crankshaft position feedback to the engine control system. Proper signal input helps the ECU manage ignition timing and engine operation on vehicles such as the Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Tiburon, Kia Rio, Kia Soul, Kia Sportage, Kia Spectra, and Kia Spectra5. The compact black sensor uses a rectangular female connector with three male blade terminals for a direct replacement-style installation.

This part cross-references 907786 and 2133973 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Crankshaft position signal loss or intermittent signal faults
• Hard starting caused by inaccurate engine speed input
• Stalling or rough running related to crank sensor failure
• Check engine light conditions tied to crankshaft position sensor codes
• Ignition timing errors from inconsistent crankshaft data

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify connector shape, terminal count, and mounting hole location before installation.
• Inspect the harness connector for corrosion, bent terminals, or damaged locking tabs.
• Confirm vehicle application by year, make, and model before ordering.
• Clear diagnostic trouble codes after installation and verify proper engine operation.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this crankshaft position sensor in IATF16949 certified facilities to support consistent quality control. Part number 1KR163 is also covered by a limited lifetime warranty.