Motorad 1KR261 Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor

Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor for Nissan

The Motorad 1KR261 engine crankshaft position sensor is built for Nissan applications that require accurate crankshaft signal input for proper engine management. It is a direct-fit style replacement for select Nissan Altima, Rogue, Rogue Select, Sentra, and X-Trail models, with OE-style connector and terminal configuration.

Motorad 1KR261 is manufactured in IATF16949 certified facilities and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. This sensor is a practical choice when diagnosing crank signal faults on Nissan Altima, Rogue, or Sentra vehicles.

Key Features

• Engine crankshaft position sensor for ignition and engine management systems
• Black sensor body with rectangular female connector
• 3 blade terminals with 1 connector and 1 mounting hole
• Sensor body diameter: 0.56 in.
• No wiring harness included
• No mounting bracket included
• OE-style replacement for select Nissan applications

Detailed Description

The Motorad 1KR261 crankshaft position sensor monitors crankshaft position and speed data used by the engine control system to manage ignition timing and fuel delivery. Accurate signal input is important for smooth starting, stable idle, and consistent engine operation. This part cross-references Nissan OE part numbers 23731JA00A and 23731JA00B for the same application.

Compatible With 2007-2018 Nissan Altima, 2008-2020 Nissan Rogue, 2014-2015 Nissan Rogue Select, 2007-2012 Nissan Sentra, and 2008, 2010-2023 Nissan X-Trail. The Motorad 1KR261 is a fitment-based replacement for these Nissan models where the original sensor matches the listed connector and terminal design.

What It Helps Solve

• Crankshaft position sensor fault codes
• Hard starting or extended crank conditions
• Rough idle or intermittent stalling
• Loss of engine speed signal to the ECU
• Driveability issues related to inaccurate crankshaft data

Installation Notes

Verify connector shape, terminal count, and mounting style against the original sensor before installation. This unit uses a rectangular female connector with 3 male blade terminals and a single mounting hole. No wiring harness or mounting bracket is included, so reuse existing vehicle components where applicable. Confirm fitment by year, make, and model before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Motorad manufactures this sensor in IATF16949 certified facilities to support consistent production quality. The 1KR261 engine crankshaft position sensor is also covered by a limited lifetime warranty.