Parts for your 2015 Toyota Camry-Crank angle sensor

2015 Toyota Camry crank-angle sensor: what it does, and how to look after it

For the 2015 Toyota Camry, a crank-angle sensor is very much relevant and fitted. Toyota’s service literature and parts catalogues for the 2015 Camry engines (2AR‑FE 2.5L, 2GR‑FE 3.5L, and 2AR‑FXE Hybrid) list a Crankshaft Position Sensor (often called a crank-angle sensor). The Toyota Repair Manual (TIS) includes diagnostics for DTCs P0335 and P0339 (Crankshaft Position Sensor “A” Circuit), and the Electrical Wiring Diagram shows the sensor’s NE signal to the ECM for engine speed and crank angle. Toyota Genuine Parts catalogues for the 2015 Camry also list a “Sensor, Crank Position” for these engine codes. These technical sources confirm the part is used on this model.

This sensor’s day job is to tell the engine computer exactly where the crankshaft is and how fast it’s spinning. That info is the backbone for spark timing, fuel injection timing, VVT-i control, start-up, and misfire monitoring. If the signal drops out, the ECM can’t sync fuel and spark properly, so the engine may be hard to start, run rough, or stall.

Typical signs the crank-angle sensor needs attention on a 2015 Camry include:

• Crank/no start or intermittent stalling, especially hot
• Rough idle, hesitation, or uneven acceleration
• Check Engine light with codes like P0335 or P0339
• Tacho dropouts or unexpected loss of power

It’s not a scheduled maintenance item, but it pays to give it a look during major services. A quick visual under the bonnet for oil leaks at the sensor area, brittle wiring, or a loose connector can save a headache later. If faults appear, proper diagnosis with a scan tool and a scope or multimeter (using specs from the Toyota Repair Manual) is the way to go. Many issues are actually wiring or connector related rather than the sensor itself.

When replacement is needed, a quality OEM or reputable aftermarket sensor is recommended. The sensor usually mounts to the block near the crank pulley or transmission bellhousing. Good practice includes disconnecting the battery, cleaning the mounting bore, renewing the O‑ring if fitted, seating the sensor squarely, and torquing fasteners to spec from Toyota service data. The air gap is typically fixed by design—no shims required. After refitting, clear codes and road-test, the Camry’s ECM generally doesn’t need a special relearn, but a normal drive cycle helps it settle trims.

To extend life, avoid blasting the area with high-pressure water, fix any oil leaks promptly, route loom clips properly, and keep aftermarket alarm/remote-start wiring away from the sensor harness to prevent interference.

Popular questions

Does the 2015 Toyota Camry have a crank-angle sensor?
Yes. Toyota documents for the 2015 Camry show a Crankshaft Position Sensor (crank-angle sensor) feeding the ECM with the NE signal for engine speed and crank angle. It’s present on the 2.5L, 3.5L and Hybrid variants.

What are the common symptoms of a failing crank-angle sensor on a 2015 Camry?
Owners often report intermittent no-start, sudden stalling, rough running, or a Check Engine light with codes like P0335/P0339. Sometimes it plays up only when hot, then works again once cooled.

Can the car be driven with a dodgy crank-angle sensor?
It might run for a bit, but it can stall without warning or refuse to restart. That’s unsafe and could leave someone stranded. Best bet is to diagnose and fix it promptly, starting with the connector and wiring before swapping the sensor.