Motorad 1KR185 Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor

Brand Motorad 1KR185
Color Black
Terminal Type Blade
Connector Quantity 1
Connector Shape Rectangular
Mounting Hole Quantity 1
Terminal Quantity 3
Connector Gender Female
Terminal Gender Male
Wiring Harness Included No
Sensor Body Diameter 0.7
Mounting Bracket Included No
Fits INFINITI and Nissan · 13 vehicles

OEM accuracy. Engine crankshaft position sensing for precise engine management.

IATF 16949 certified. Manufactured in certified facilities for consistent quality control.

Black sensor with a rectangular female connector and blade terminals.

Cross-references Motorad 1KR185, 917789 and 2132395 for the same application. See all 7.

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Crankshaft Position Sensor for Nissan and INFINITI

The Motorad 1KR185 engine crankshaft position sensor is built for accurate crankshaft signal input and consistent engine management performance. It is a direct-fit style replacement for select Nissan Maxima and INFINITI I30 applications, including vehicles with the sensor located on the side of the engine.

This Motorad 1KR185 sensor uses a black housing, a rectangular female connector, three male terminals, and a single mounting hole for a clean OE-style connection. It is manufactured in IATF16949 certified facilities and backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

  • Engine crankshaft position sensor for select Nissan Maxima and INFINITI I30 applications
  • Black sensor body with 0.7 in. diameter
  • Rectangular connector with 1 female connector and 3 male terminals
  • Blade terminal type for OE-style electrical connection
  • Single mounting hole design; mounting bracket not included
  • Wiring harness not included

Detailed Product Information

The Motorad 1KR185 is an engine crankshaft position sensor engineered to provide OEM-level signal accuracy for the engine control system. On 1995-2001 Nissan Maxima and 1996-2001 INFINITI I30 models, the sensor helps the ECU monitor crankshaft position for ignition timing and fuel delivery control. This part cross-references OE-style applications such as 917789 and 2132395 for the same use case.

What This Sensor Helps Address

  • Crankshaft signal loss or intermittent signal output
  • Hard starting or extended crank time
  • Stalling or rough engine operation
  • Check engine light concerns related to crankshaft position input
  • Ignition timing and engine management irregularities

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the connector shape, terminal count, and mounting location before installation. This sensor is listed for side-of-engine placement on the applicable Nissan Maxima and INFINITI I30 models. Inspect the connector and harness for corrosion, damaged terminals, or oil contamination before connecting the new sensor.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this crankshaft position sensor in IATF16949 certified facilities to support consistent production quality. The 1KR185 is covered by a limited lifetime warranty.

This part fits 13 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersNotes
2001INFINITII303.0LV6Located on Side of Engine
2001NissanMaxima3.0LV6Located on Side of Engine
2000INFINITII303.0LV6Located on Side of Engine
2000NissanMaxima3.0LV6Located on Side of Engine
1999INFINITII303.0LV6Located on Side of Engine
1999NissanMaxima3.0LV6Located on Side of Engine
1998INFINITII303.0LV6Located on Side of Engine
1998NissanMaxima3.0LV6Located on Side of Engine
1997INFINITII303.0LV6Located on Side of Engine
1997NissanMaxima3.0LV6Located on Side of Engine
1996INFINITII303.0LV6Located on Side of Engine
1996NissanMaxima3.0LV6Located on Side of Engine
1995NissanMaxima3.0LV6Located on Side of Engine
Directly replaces or cross-references 7 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Motorad — 1KR18591778921323952373135U002373135U102373135U1189054133