Standard Ignition S2981 Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor Connector

Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor Connector for Mazda and Ford

Standard Ignition S2981 is an engine crankshaft position sensor connector built for direct replacement on select Mazda, Ford, Kia, and Mercury applications. It uses a rectangular female connector body with 3 blade terminals and 18-gauge wiring for a service-ready electrical repair.

Key Features

• Female engine crankshaft position sensor connector
• Rectangular connector shape for OE-style fit
• 3 blade terminals with 3-wire configuration
• 18 ga. harness wiring with 13 in. harness length
• 1 1/2 in. housing length
• 0-degree bend angle for straight routing
• Standard Ignition S2981 replacement connector

Detailed Description

The Standard Ignition S2981 is a crankshaft position sensor connector used in ignition and electrical connector repairs where the original plug is damaged, heat-affected, or no longer making a secure connection. Its female rectangular housing and male blade terminals are configured for the crankshaft position sensor circuit found on select Mazda Protege, Mazda 626, Mazda Miata, Mazda MX-3, Mazda MX-6, Mazda Millenia, Ford Aspire, Ford Probe, Ford Escort, Mercury Tracer, and Kia Sephia applications. This part cross-references CONB11449 and EC2884 for the same application.

Use S2981 when servicing a Mazda Protege crankshaft position sensor connector, a Ford Probe sensor plug, or other listed vehicle applications that require a 3-wire rectangular connector. The 13-inch harness length provides room for routing during electrical repair, while the 18-gauge wire size supports a clean connector replacement at the sensor lead.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1997-2003 Mazda Protege, N/A
• Fits 2002-2003 Mazda Protege5, N/A, w/ Wire
• Fits 1993-2002 Mazda 626, N/A
• Fits 2000-2002 Mazda Millenia, N/A
• Fits 1995-1999 Mazda Millenia, N/A, On Side of Block
• Fits 1995-1997 Ford Aspire, N/A
• Fits 1993-1997 Ford Probe, N/A
• Fits 1995-1997 Kia Sephia, N/A
• Fits 1996-1997 Mazda Miata, N/A
• Fits 1993-1997 Mazda MX-6, N/A
• Fits 1996 Ford Escort, N/A
• Fits 1992-1996 Mazda MX-3, N/A
• Fits 1996 Mercury Tracer, N/A

What It Helps Fix

• Broken or heat-damaged crankshaft position sensor connector housing
• Intermittent sensor signal caused by loose terminal contact
• Corroded or contaminated electrical connector terminals
• Wiring repair needs at the crankshaft position sensor circuit
• Connector mismatch during sensor or harness service

Installation Notes and Tips

Match the connector shape, terminal style, and wire count to the original sensor plug before installation. Verify the harness routing and sensor location on the vehicle, especially on Mazda Millenia applications noted as on the side of the block. Confirm terminal engagement and secure the connector fully to avoid signal interruption.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition supplies replacement electrical connectors for service applications, and S2981 is built to match the listed connector configuration for the covered vehicles. Standard Ignition S2981 is a direct-fit service connector for select Mazda, Ford, Kia, and Mercury crankshaft position sensor repairs.