Standard Ignition PC517 Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor

Standard Ignition PC517 Crankshaft Position Sensor

Standard Ignition PC517 is an engine crankshaft position sensor with a female rectangular plug-in connector, 3 male blade terminals, and OE-style electrical interface details. It is built for direct replacement service on select BMW applications, including 1987-1993 BMW 735i, 1988-1993 BMW 535i, and related 7 Series models.

Key Features

• Engine crankshaft position sensor for ignition timing and engine speed signal input
• Female rectangular connector with plug-in design
• 3-terminal male blade connection for straightforward harness interface
• Direct-fit replacement for select BMW crankshaft timing applications
• Standard Ignition PC517 part number for catalog matching and service lookup

Detailed Description

The Standard Ignition PC517 crankshaft position sensor monitors crankshaft timing information used by the engine management system to coordinate spark and related ignition functions. Its connector design includes a female rectangular plug-in body with three male blade terminals, supporting a clean electrical connection in the original sensor location. This part number is listed for BMW 535i, BMW 735i, BMW 735iL, and BMW 535is applications where the crank sensor is specified for crank timing or distributor shaft service. If you are replacing a failing BMW crankshaft position sensor, PC517 provides a cataloged match for the listed vehicles and configurations.

This part cross-references BMW 12121716037 and Standard Ignition SU8197 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1988-1993 BMW 535i, N/A; Snap-In Type on 1988-1993 applications.
• Fits 1990-1993 BMW 535i, N/A.
• Fits 1987-1992 BMW 735i, N/A; Crank Timing.
• Fits 1990-1992 BMW 735i, N/A.
• Fits 1988-1992 BMW 735iL, N/A; Crank Timing.
• Fits 1990-1992 BMW 735iL, N/A.
• Fits 1988 BMW 535is, N/A; Snap-In Type.
• Fits 1988 BMW 735iL, N/A; On Distributor Shaft.

Installation Notes

Verify the connector shape, terminal count, and mounting style against the original sensor before installation. On BMW 535i and BMW 735i/735iL applications, confirm whether the vehicle uses the snap-in type, crank timing configuration, or distributor shaft location shown in the fitment data. Compare the existing sensor and harness connection to Standard Ignition PC517 before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition is a recognized aftermarket source for ignition and engine management components. PC517 is cataloged as an OE-style replacement sensor for the listed BMW applications and should be matched to the vehicle’s original connector and mounting configuration.