Motorad 1KR179 Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor

Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor for Ford and Mazda

The Motorad 1KR179 engine crankshaft position sensor provides OEM-level accuracy for ignition timing and engine management. It is built in IATF 16949 certified facilities and is engineered for direct replacement service on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications.

Key Features

• Engine crankshaft position sensor for ignition and engine control systems
• Black housing with a rectangular female connector
• Blade terminals, 2 terminal count, 1 connector
• Single mounting hole design for straightforward replacement
• Sensor body diameter: 0.54 in.
• No wiring harness included
• No mounting bracket included
• Motorad part number 1KR179

Detailed Description

Motorad 1KR179 is a crankshaft position sensor used to monitor crankshaft position and speed so the engine control module can manage spark timing and fuel delivery accurately. This matters on vehicles such as the Ford Focus, Ford Escape, Ford Courier, Mazda Tribute, Ford Contour, and Mercury Mystique, where precise crankshaft signal input supports stable engine operation. The sensor uses a rectangular female connector with blade terminals and a compact black body for direct-fit replacement service. This part cross-references Ford F5RZ6C315A and Motorcraft DY913 for the same application.

What It Helps Resolve

• Crankshaft signal loss or intermittent signal faults
• Hard starting or extended crank time
• Rough idle caused by inaccurate engine speed input
• Stalling related to crankshaft position sensor failure
• Check engine light concerns tied to crank sensor circuit issues

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector shape, terminal count, and mounting style before installation. Inspect the harness connector for corrosion, bent terminals, or damaged locking tabs before connecting the new sensor. Confirm the sensor seats fully at the mounting point and route the harness away from heat and moving components. Fits 2001-2006 Ford Courier, N/A; Fits 2001-2004 Ford Escape, N/A; Fits 2000-2004 Ford Focus, N/A; Fits 2001-2004 Mazda Tribute, N/A; Fits 1995-1997 Ford Contour, N/A; Fits 1995-1997 Mercury Mystique, N/A.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this crankshaft position sensor in IATF 16949 certified facilities to support consistent quality and OE-level fit and function. Motorad backs its engine management products with a limited lifetime warranty.