Walker 235-1030 Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor

Engine Crankshaft Position Sensor for Ford and Mazda

Walker Products 235-1030 is an engine crankshaft position sensor built for direct replacement service on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications. It uses a rectangular 1-connector design with a black housing, 3 mounting holes, and an included mounting bracket for a secure OE-style installation.

Walker Products has supplied fuel system and engine management components since 1946, with manufacturing and engineering support focused on meeting or exceeding OEM standards. The Walker Products line includes engine sensors and related ignition and fuel system parts for everyday repair work.

Key Features

• Engine crankshaft position sensor for ignition and engine management service
• Walker Products part number 235-1030
• Black sensor body with rectangular connector shape
• 1 male connector with female terminals
• 3 mounting holes for OE-style fitment
• Mounting bracket included
• Built for select Ford Ranger, Explorer, Mustang, Explorer Sport Trac, Mazda B4000, and Mercury Mountaineer applications

Detailed Description

This crankshaft position sensor monitors crankshaft position and rotational speed so the engine control system can manage ignition timing and fuel delivery. Walker Products 235-1030 is a direct-fit replacement for vehicles including 1998-2011 Ford Ranger, 1997-2010 Ford Explorer, 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 2005-2010 Ford Mustang, 1998-2010 Mazda B4000, 1998-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, and 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport. This part cross-references Standard Ignition PC250 and DENSO Auto Parts 196-6022 for the same application.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Hard starting or extended crank time
• Intermittent stalling or engine cut-out
• Check engine light related to crankshaft signal faults
• Rough running or misfire concerns tied to timing input loss
• No-start condition caused by missing crankshaft position data

Installation Notes

Verify connector style, mounting points, and vehicle application before installation. Clean the mounting surface and inspect the harness connector for corrosion, bent terminals, or damaged wiring before connecting the new sensor. Confirm the sensor is seated correctly in the bracket and aligned to the original mounting location on the Ford Ranger, Explorer, Mustang, or Mazda B4000 application.

Quality Assurance

Walker Products manufactures engine sensors and related components to meet or exceed OEM standards and specifications. The company supports production with in-house manufacturing, product management, engineering, application data, instruction sheets, and technical support, and operates as an ISO 9001/IATF16949 certified company.