12560228 Crankshaft Position Sensor | 213-354

12560228 Crankshaft Position Sensor 213-354 – Automobile Engine CKP Sensor for Buick & Chevrolet

Dhs. 119.66

12560228 Crankshaft Position Sensor – Replacement for GM 12560228 / 213-354

This 12560228 crankshaft position sensor is a replacement engine crankshaft position (CKP) sensor listed under GM part number 12560228 and interchange number 213-354. The supplier lists it for Buick and Chevrolet vehicles, and the same GM number is widely catalogued for a range of GM V8 trucks, vans and SUVs. Easy Life Markets sells it as a single, new replacement sensor.

The crankshaft position sensor is one of the most important sensors on the engine. It reads a reluctor wheel on the crankshaft and tells the engine control unit the exact position and speed of the crankshaft. Without a good signal, the computer cannot time the spark or fuel injection, and the engine may not start at all.

What Is Included

1 x crankshaft position sensor

As shown in the product photos, the sensor has a mounting flange, an O-ring seal and an electrical connector.

Specifications

Product type: Engine crankshaft position sensor
Reference numbers: 12560228, 213-354
Listed makes: Buick, Chevrolet (GM)
Package size: 15 x 12 x 5 cm
Quantity: 1 sensor
SKU: CJQT170343701AZ

Checking Fitment

GM used crankshaft sensor 12560228 on many vehicles, but not every engine in each model uses the same sensor. The supplier's listing names Buick and Chevrolet without specific models or years. To confirm fit:

Check the part number on your old sensor, or look up your vehicle in a GM parts catalogue using your VIN.
Compare the shape of the sensor, flange and connector with our photos.
Confirm the sensor location on your engine, as some engines have more than one position sensor.

If anything is unclear, send us your vehicle details before ordering.

Signs of a Failing Crankshaft Position Sensor

Engine cranks but does not start
Stalling, especially when the engine is hot
Check engine light with a crankshaft position sensor code
Misfires, rough running or hesitation
Erratic or dead tachometer on some vehicles

Before replacing the sensor, check its connector and wiring for oil, corrosion or damage. A weak battery can also cause misleading sensor codes.

Installation Tips

Disconnect the battery.
Locate the sensor using your service information; on many GM V8 engines it is on the engine block.
Unplug the connector, remove the retaining bolt and twist the old sensor out.
Lightly oil the new O-ring and push the new sensor fully into its bore.
Refit the bolt, reconnect the plug and clear any fault codes.

Some vehicles may need a crankshaft position variation relearn with a scan tool after the sensor is replaced. Check the service information for your vehicle.

Why It Matters

A failing crankshaft sensor often works intermittently at first, then stops completely, leaving the vehicle unable to start. Replacing it as soon as the symptoms appear avoids being stranded. Keeping a spare sensor can also be useful for fleets and workshops that run several vehicles with the same part number.

Crankshaft vs Camshaft Sensor

Most engines have both a crankshaft position sensor and at least one camshaft position sensor. The crankshaft sensor is essential for starting: if it fails completely, the engine will usually crank but not start. The camshaft sensor mainly helps the computer identify cylinder firing order. This part is a crankshaft position sensor, so make sure your fault code and the location of the part match before ordering.

Why Crankshaft Sensors Fail

The sensor sits in a hot area close to the engine block and is exposed to heat cycles, vibration and sometimes oil. Over time, the internal windings or electronics can break down, often failing first when the engine is hot. A damaged O-ring can also let oil reach the connector. Replacing the sensor with a matching part number restores a clean signal to the engine computer.

Common Questions

Is this a genuine GM or ACDelco part? No. It is a new aftermarket sensor sold under the 12560228 and 213-354 reference numbers so you can match it to your vehicle.

Is the O-ring included? The photos show the sensor with an O-ring fitted.

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