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Prenco 4D-1081 Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor

Brand Prenco 4D-1081
Connector Gender Female
Connector Quantity 1
Connector Shape Rectangular
Mounting Bracket Included No
Sensor Body Diameter 0.7
Terminal Gender Male
Terminal Quantity 3
Terminal Type Blade
Wire Quantity 1
Wiring Harness Length 17.5
Fits Volkswagen · 8 vehicles

Direct replacement. Engine crankshaft position sensor with a rectangular female connector.

Single-wire design. Uses one wire and a 3-terminal blade connection for straightforward hookup.

Compact sensor body. Slim 0.7-inch diameter fits neatly in tight spaces.

Cross-references Anchor 9647, Standard Ignition PC504 and 038 907 319 for the same application. See all 6.

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Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor for Volkswagen

Prenco 4D-1081 is an engine crankshaft position sensor built for precise crankshaft signal input in select Volkswagen applications. It is a direct-fit style sensor with a rectangular female connector, 3 male terminals, and a 17.5 wiring harness length for the listed vehicles.

Key Features

  • Engine crankshaft position sensor for ignition and engine management systems
  • Prenco 4D-1081 part number for easy catalog matching
  • Rectangular connector with female connector gender
  • 3-terminal blade connection with male terminals
  • 17.5 wiring harness length
  • Sensor body diameter: 0.7
  • No mounting bracket included
  • Cross-reference: Standard Ignition PC504

Detailed Description

This Prenco crankshaft position sensor, part number 4D-1081, is used to monitor crankshaft position and send timing data to the engine control system. It is listed for 1997-1999 Volkswagen Jetta, 1998-1999 Volkswagen Beetle, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, and 2000-2001 Volkswagen Golf, with a note for German built vehicle applications on the 2000-2001 Golf. If you are sourcing a Volkswagen Golf crankshaft position sensor or a Volkswagen Jetta crankshaft position sensor, this part number should be matched to the vehicle listing before installation.

What It Helps Address

  • Crankshaft signal loss or intermittent engine speed input
  • Hard starting caused by incorrect crankshaft position data
  • Stalling related to faulty engine timing input
  • Misfire or rough running tied to inaccurate sensor readings
  • Check engine light conditions related to crankshaft position sensor faults

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector shape, terminal count, and harness length against the original sensor before replacement. Confirm fitment by year, make, model, and the German built vehicle note where listed for 2000-2001 Volkswagen Golf. Inspect the connector and wiring for corrosion, damaged terminals, or heat-related wear before installing the new sensor. The Prenco 4D-1081 uses a rectangular female connector with blade terminals, so matching the OE-style electrical interface is important for proper installation.

Quality Assurance

Prenco 4D-1081 is cataloged with OE-style interchange references for application matching, including Standard Ignition PC504 and Anchor 9647. Use the vehicle fitment data and connector specifications to confirm the correct crankshaft position sensor for your Volkswagen application.

This part fits 8 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2001VolkswagenGolfN/AGerman built vehicle
2000VolkswagenGolfN/AGerman built vehicle
1999VolkswagenBeetleN/A
1999VolkswagenGolfN/A
1999VolkswagenJettaN/A
1998VolkswagenBeetleN/A
1998VolkswagenJettaN/A
1997VolkswagenJettaN/A
Directly replaces or cross-references 6 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Anchor — 9647Standard Ignition — PC504038 907 319180-0488CSS866SU8122