Hi, a while back i was driving and a cel popped up. I pulled the code and was given 54, which is the CKF crankshaft fluctuation sensor according to my haynes. Should I start looking for a new sensor or is there a way to trouble shoot this? As far as i know, the sensor is located under the lower timing belt cover? Anyone who's had this code, can you give me some advice? prices on parts? Thanks

Edit: this is on an obd-IIa 1998 civic dx hatchback with a d16y7.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by soundbomber &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Hi, a while back i was driving and a cel popped up. I pulled the code and was given 54, which is the CKF crankshaft fluctuation sensor according to my haynes. Should I start looking for a new sensor or is there a way to trouble shoot this? As far as i know, the sensor is located under the lower timing belt cover? Anyone who's had this code, can you give me some advice? prices on parts? Thanks

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Has the timeing belt ever been replaced? Check the wires where they run past the alternator belt.

 

replaced about 30000 miles ago for the major service, that's about it

 

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Check the wires, they may be rubbing on the alternator belt.

 

thanks man, i'll check that on the morrow

 

any more suggestions?

 

Oh, before this cel i had one for the primary o2 sensor and after i swapped that out for a new one. I showed this code

 

looks like i'ma have to invest in a new sensor, any body have any tips as to how to check if the current one is dead? and how much a new one costS?

 

Part #14: $27.50

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Check sig.

 

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It should measure 1600-3200 ohms between pins one and three at the connector.
Check for shorts to ground too.

 

did you reset ecu first?

 

many times

 

ever get it fixed?