Camshaft and Crankshaft Position Sensors

[WVROB]

Thanks for the help.

 

My 1995 Imprezza wouldn't start. After checking this message board I was able to logically analyze the problem without using a diagnostic computer. Replaced both the camshaft and crankshadt positions sensors; the CEL is off and the car runs great.

 

Total cost for both genuine Subaru sensors was $78.58 including shipping. Hmmmmm, the local dealer wanted over $300 for the parts alone and wanted $500 to fix it. Took me a whole 5 minutes including getting the tool box. I don't want to run a private ad campaign so if you want the web address for the parts supplier send me a note

[hklaine]

Strange how these sensors vary so much in price between cars, and even between model years.

 

I bought both of these last year for ~$45 (OEM) for my car.

 

-Heikki

[mwbean]

I checked Rock auto and the cheapest cam sensor was 68$$ the cam sensor was somewher around. 140.00$$

Edited December 5, 2011 by mwbean

[porcupine73]

The prices might have gone up in the last 5-6 years. Though for many years/models the genuine camshaft position sensor is around $59 and the crankshaft sensor $89 (though both are more for certain years/models). Always check dealers selling parts online; I have seen some parts where the genuine part costs less than the aftermarket part.

[Rooster2]

I just bought a crank position sensor for 95, 2.2 motor for about $37, out the door w/tax for about $40 from O'Reilly Auto Parts. It is after market, and works just fine. A bear to remove old sensor, if you read my recent post.