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Mini One Engine Trouble

I'm experiencing some issues with my 2004 Mini One. It has about 166456 km on the clock. The check engine light is on, and the engine seems to have reduced power, poor response, and higher fuel consumption than usual. After doing some research, I suspect it might be a crankshaft sensor issue, specifically a problem with the crankshaft to camshaft reference value. Could a defective crank sensor be the culprit here?

4 comment(s)

annikrause5

A malfunctioning crank sensor is a strong possibility given the symptoms you describe. The ECU uses the crank sensor signal to determine engine speed and position, which is crucial for fuel injection and ignition timing. Have you checked the wiring and connections to the crank sensor for any damage or corrosion? Also, when was the timing belt last replaced?

annikrause5

A malfunctioning crank sensor is a strong possibility given the symptoms you describe. The ECU uses the crank sensor signal to determine engine speed and position, which is crucial for fuel injection and ignition timing. Have you checked the wiring and connections to the crank sensor for any damage or corrosion? Also, when was the timing belt last replaced?

annikrause5

A malfunctioning crank sensor is a strong possibility given the symptoms you describe. The ECU uses the crank sensor signal to determine engine speed and position, which is crucial for fuel injection and ignition timing. Have you checked the wiring and connections to the crank sensor for any damage or corrosion? Also, when was the timing belt last replaced?

annikrause5

A malfunctioning crank sensor is a strong possibility given the symptoms you describe. The ECU uses the crank sensor signal to determine engine speed and position, which is crucial for fuel injection and ignition timing. Have you checked the wiring and connections to the crank sensor for any damage or corrosion? Also, when was the timing belt last replaced?

nicoghost41 (Author)

While a stretched timing belt can, in extreme cases, throw off the cam sensor and crank sensor relationship, the immediate symptoms point more directly to a failing crank sensor. Given your lack of electrical experience and the potential for further complications, I would advise taking it to a trusted mechanic. They can properly diagnose the issue and replace the sensor. It is essential to ensure the correct reference value is restored.

nicoghost41 (Author)

While a stretched timing belt can, in extreme cases, throw off the cam sensor and crank sensor relationship, the immediate symptoms point more directly to a failing crank sensor. Given your lack of electrical experience and the potential for further complications, I would advise taking it to a trusted mechanic. They can properly diagnose the issue and replace the sensor. It is essential to ensure the correct reference value is restored.

nicoghost41 (Author)

While a stretched timing belt can, in extreme cases, throw off the cam sensor and crank sensor relationship, the immediate symptoms point more directly to a failing crank sensor. Given your lack of electrical experience and the potential for further complications, I would advise taking it to a trusted mechanic. They can properly diagnose the issue and replace the sensor. It is essential to ensure the correct reference value is restored.

nicoghost41 (Author)

While a stretched timing belt can, in extreme cases, throw off the cam sensor and crank sensor relationship, the immediate symptoms point more directly to a failing crank sensor. Given your lack of electrical experience and the potential for further complications, I would advise taking it to a trusted mechanic. They can properly diagnose the issue and replace the sensor. It is essential to ensure the correct reference value is restored.

annikrause5

Thanks for the quick reply! I haven't checked the wiring myself, to be honest, as electrics aren't my strong suit. The timing belt, as far as I know, hasn't been replaced in the car's history. Is that something that could affect the crank sensor reference value?

annikrause5

Thanks for the quick reply! I haven't checked the wiring myself, to be honest, as electrics aren't my strong suit. The timing belt, as far as I know, hasn't been replaced in the car's history. Is that something that could affect the crank sensor reference value?

annikrause5

Thanks for the quick reply! I haven't checked the wiring myself, to be honest, as electrics aren't my strong suit. The timing belt, as far as I know, hasn't been replaced in the car's history. Is that something that could affect the crank sensor reference value?

annikrause5

Thanks for the quick reply! I haven't checked the wiring myself, to be honest, as electrics aren't my strong suit. The timing belt, as far as I know, hasn't been replaced in the car's history. Is that something that could affect the crank sensor reference value?

nicoghost41 (Author)

Thank you for your input. I took the car to my local mechanic, and you were spot on. The crank sensor was indeed faulty. The total repair cost was 340€. The Mini is running smoothly again.

nicoghost41 (Author)

Thank you for your input. I took the car to my local mechanic, and you were spot on. The crank sensor was indeed faulty. The total repair cost was 340€. The Mini is running smoothly again.

nicoghost41 (Author)

Thank you for your input. I took the car to my local mechanic, and you were spot on. The crank sensor was indeed faulty. The total repair cost was 340€. The Mini is running smoothly again.

nicoghost41 (Author)

Thank you for your input. I took the car to my local mechanic, and you were spot on. The crank sensor was indeed faulty. The total repair cost was 340€. The Mini is running smoothly again.

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