Parts for your 2014 Toyota Hilux-Crank angle sensor

2014 Toyota Hilux – Crank Angle Sensor (Crankshaft Position Sensor) Guide

Based on Toyota technical sources — including the 2014 Hilux Repair Manual/EWD (which shows the NE crank signal to the ECM) and Toyota’s Electronic Parts Catalogue — the 2014 Toyota Hilux is fitted with a crankshaft position sensor, commonly called a crank angle sensor. It’s present across popular 2014 Hilux engines such as the 1KD‑FTV diesel and 2TR‑FE/1GR‑FE petrol variants.

The crank angle sensor tells the engine computer exactly where the crankshaft is and how fast it’s spinning. By monitoring a toothed wheel on the crank, it delivers a precise pulse train the ECM uses to fire injectors, command ignition timing (petrol), control idle stability, and manage functions like starting, fuel delivery, and emissions. If that signal drops out or gets noisy, the Hilux can be hard to start, run rough, or even stall, and it’ll usually log a fault code (often P0335–P0339 range).

For servicing, this sensor isn’t a scheduled replacement item, but a quick visual check pays off. Under the bonnet, look for: clean, secure connector pins, intact wiring sheathing and clips, and no oil weeping onto the sensor area. Heat and oil contamination are the main enemies. If the connector has been off, ensure it clicks home firmly.

When diagnosis points to the sensor, use a quality scan tool to confirm crank signal integrity (NE) and check for related cam sensor plausibility. If replacement is needed, stick with an OE-quality unit, fit a fresh O‑ring, lightly lubricate it, and route the loom exactly as from factory to avoid chafing. Tighten the retaining bolt to the service‑manual torque and verify there’s no debris on the mounting face. Most Hilux ECUs don’t need a special “relearn” for the crank signal, but it’s smart to clear codes, check live data, and road test. If a no‑start persists, recheck connector tension and harness grounds.

• Common clues it’s on the way out: intermittent no‑start when hot, sudden cut‑out, long crank time, misfire under load, or the MIL on with P0335‑type codes.
• Good habits: keep the area dry, fix oil leaks promptly, and avoid pulling on the wiring when servicing nearby components.

Popular questions

Where is the crank angle sensor on a 2014 Hilux?
Depending on engine, it’s mounted to the engine block reading a reluctor on the crank — typically near the crank pulley or low on the block. Access can be from above or below, a torch helps spot the single‑bolt sensor with a two‑wire or three‑wire plug.

What symptoms point to a failing crank angle sensor?
Hard starting, intermittent stalling, rough idle, or the check‑engine light. Scan tools often show P0335‑series faults and an erratic or missing NE signal during cranking or hot soak.

Should it be replaced as maintenance?
Not routinely. It’s replaced on condition. During services, inspect the connector, wiring, and nearby oil seals, if faults appear during diagnostics, replace the sensor and O‑ring and verify with a road test.