Motorad 1KR167 Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor

Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor for Nissan Altima

The Motorad 1KR167 engine crankshaft position sensor is built for 1998-2001 Nissan Altima applications and supports accurate crankshaft signal input for engine management. This black sensor uses a rectangular female connector with blade terminals for a direct-fit style replacement in the specified vehicle range.

Key Features

• Engine crankshaft position sensor for 1998-2001 Nissan Altima
• Motorad part number 1KR167
• Black sensor body with a 0.45 diameter sensor body
• Rectangular connector with 1 connector and 2 terminals
• Female connector gender with male terminal gender
• Blade terminal type for OE-style electrical connection
• Single mounting hole design
• No wiring harness included
• No mounting bracket included

Detailed Description

Motorad 1KR167 is an engine crankshaft position sensor made for Nissan Altima models from 1998 through 2001. It is intended to provide the crankshaft position signal used by the engine control system to manage ignition timing and fuel delivery. The compact black sensor body, rectangular connector, and blade-style terminals support a straightforward replacement where the original sensor uses the same configuration. This part cross-references OE-style numbers such as 237319E000 and 271319E000 for the same application.

What This Sensor Helps Address

• Crankshaft position signal loss
• Hard starting or no-start conditions related to sensor failure
• Intermittent stalling or rough engine operation
• Check engine light concerns tied to crankshaft position sensor faults
• Incorrect ignition timing input to the engine management system

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector shape, terminal count, and mounting style against the original sensor before installation. For 1998-2001 Nissan Altima, confirm the sensor location and electrical connector match the vehicle’s original configuration. Inspect the harness connector for corrosion, damaged terminals, or oil contamination before connecting the new sensor. The part number 1KR167 should be matched to the vehicle application and OE reference before service.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this crankshaft position sensor in IATF16949-certified facilities to support consistent production quality and OEM-level accuracy. Motorad backs its engine management products, including 1KR167, with a limited lifetime warranty.