Crankshaft/Camshaft Position Sensor Input Signal to PCM Concern
Findings, check these first
- Failing crankshaft position sensor
- Failing camshaft position sensor
- Damaged tone ring on crank or cam
- Shared wiring fault affecting both signals
- Excessive sensor air gap
Standard procedure
- Check for companion CKP/CMP codes to isolate the sensor
- Inspect both sensors and their wiring
- Check tone rings for damage or debris
- Watch both signals on a scanner during crank
- Replace the sensor missing its signal
Code lookup
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Sources and review
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- OBDII.pro: P1136 Ford definition
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Supports: Ford-family meaning for P1136: Fan Control Circuit Malfunction
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- P1136 FORD Code: Meaning, Causes, and Symptoms | OBD2 Codes
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Supports: Ford meaning for P1136: Crankshaft Position Sensor And Or Camshaft Position Sensor Input Signal to PCM Concerns
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Last updated 2026-09-05.
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