Parts for your 2019 Toyota Camry-Crank angle sensor

2019 Toyota Camry crank angle sensor

Based on Toyota’s own Repair Manual content for the 2018–2019 Camry (Toyota TIS) under Engine/Hybrid System – “Crankshaft Position Sensor” and the diagnostic pages for DTCs P0335 and P0336, the 2019 Toyota Camry is fitted with a crank angle sensor (Toyota calls it a Crankshaft Position Sensor, CKP). This is also consistent with common service literature such as Haynes/Autodata entries for the XV70 Camry platform, which show the ECM relying on a CKP signal for ignition and fuel timing. So yes, this part is relevant and used on the 2019 Camry.

The crank angle sensor on a 2019 Toyota Camry is the quiet achiever behind smooth starts, crisp acceleration, and tidy fuel economy. Bolted to the engine block and reading a toothed reluctor on the crank, it tells the engine computer exactly where the crankshaft is in its rotation and how fast it’s spinning. That timing data drives the show: the ECM fires the coils, stages the injectors, and syncs with the cam sensors to keep the four-stroke rhythm spot on. Lose that signal and you’ll cop hard starts, random stalls, or a no-start with a check engine light. Common codes you’ll see are P0335 or P0336.

It’s not a scheduled service item, so there’s no routine replacement. That said, a bit of preventative care goes a long way:

• Keep an eye out for oil weeps around the sensor boss and wiring—oil can wick into connectors and upset the signal.
• If you’re doing other work under the bonnet, check the CKP harness for abrasion or heat damage and make sure the connector is clean and clicks home firmly.
• If the engine has been apart, ensure no metallic debris is left on the sensor tip and the reluctor isn’t bent.

Replacement is straightforward for a competent tech. Disconnect the battery negative, remove any covers or intake ducting to access the sensor, unplug it, then undo the retaining bolt and ease the sensor out. Fit a new O-ring if specified, lightly lubricate it, and install the new unit, torquing the bolt to the factory spec from the Toyota manual. Clear any stored codes and road test. Most Camry variants don’t need a special relearn, the ECM will adapt once it sees a clean signal, but follow the Toyota procedure if an idle learn is required.

When choosing a part, stick with quality—genuine Toyota or a reputable OE supplier (e.g., Denso). It’s a small sensor doing a big job, and a good one helps the Camry run sweet as across Aussie and Kiwi roads.

Popular questions

Where is the crank angle (crankshaft position) sensor on a 2019 Camry?
On most 2019 Camry engines (2.5L A25A and 3.5L 2GR), the sensor mounts to the engine block adjacent to the crankshaft and reads a toothed wheel inside the block. Access is typically from the front or side of the engine bay after removing engine covers or intake ducting. Exact location and access steps are shown in the Toyota TIS Repair Manual.

What symptoms point to a failing crank angle sensor?
Common giveaways include extended cranking, intermittent stalling at idle or during take-off, misfires, rough running, and a check engine light with codes P0335/P0336. If the sensor or its wiring fully fails, the engine may crank but not start because the ECM can’t time spark and fuel correctly.

Should the crank angle sensor be replaced during routine servicing?
It’s not a routine replacement item. Replace it only if diagnostics confirm a fault, there’s impact or heat damage, oil contamination has compromised the connector, or test values are out of spec per the Toyota manual. During services, a quick visual of the wiring and connector is a smart preventative step.