Standard Ignition PC45 Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor - Upper

Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor for Mitsubishi and Dodge

Standard Ignition PC45 is an engine crankshaft position sensor built for direct-fit service on select Mitsubishi, Dodge, Chrysler, and Plymouth applications. It uses a female rectangular plug-in connector with a 3-blade male terminal layout and includes a wire lead for the electrical connection.

Key Features

• Engine crankshaft position sensor for ignition and engine timing input
• Female connector with 1 rectangular plug-in connection
• 3 male blade terminals for the sensor interface
• Wire lead included for installation routing
• Compatible with select Mitsubishi Eclipse, Galant, Dodge Avenger, Chrysler Sebring, and Plymouth Laser applications
• Standard Ignition PC45 cross-references Four Seasons 73564 and Gates 22036 for the same application

Detailed Description

The Standard Ignition PC45 crankshaft position sensor is used to monitor crankshaft position and send the signal needed for engine control and ignition timing. This part number is listed for 1994-1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 1994-1995 Mitsubishi Galant, 1995-1997 Dodge Avenger, 1996 Chrysler Sebring, and 1994 Plymouth Laser applications, including Upper-position coverage where specified. If you are searching for a crankshaft position sensor for Mitsubishi Eclipse or a replacement crankshaft sensor for Dodge Avenger, PC45 matches the listed vehicle applications directly.

What It Helps Address

• Crankshaft position signal loss
• Intermittent no-start conditions
• Rough running caused by incorrect engine timing input
• Stalling related to sensor signal interruption
• Check engine light concerns tied to crankshaft sensor faults

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector shape, terminal count, and sensor position before installation. This unit uses a female rectangular connector, 3 blade terminals, and a wire lead, so the harness connection should be checked against the original part. Confirm the listed application by year, make, model, and position before replacing the sensor. For fitment-specific searches, this part is commonly referenced as a crankshaft position sensor for Mitsubishi Eclipse Upper and as a replacement for select Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Sebring applications.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition PC45 is cataloged as an OE-style replacement sensor from Standard Ignition, with published interchange references to help confirm application matching across aftermarket listings.