Parts for your 2024 Mitsubishi Asx-Crank angle sensor

2024 Mitsubishi ASX crank-angle sensor: what it does and how to look after it

Yes, the 2024 Mitsubishi ASX uses a crank-angle sensor (more commonly called a crankshaft position sensor, or CKP). This is documented in Mitsubishi Motors’ service literature for the ASX/Outlander Sport platform and its electronic parts catalogue, and it’s equally present on the Renault-Captur-based ASX offered in Europe, as shown in the Renault powertrain service documentation for the 1.0 TCe, 1.3 TCe and E‑Tech hybrid engines. In short, every 2024 ASX variant relies on a CKP sensor for engine management.

• Mitsubishi Motors Service Manual (ASX/Outlander Sport, GA/GK series): Engine Electrical – Crankshaft Position Sensor
• Mitsubishi ASA Electronic Parts Catalogue: Crankshaft Position Sensor listing for ASX petrol engines
• Renault powertrain service literature (Captur/ASX EU): CKP sensor coverage for TCe and E‑Tech engines

The crank-angle sensor is the engine’s timekeeper. Bolted near the crankshaft’s reluctor ring, it tracks crank position and speed, feeding that data to the ECU so it can spark the plugs and fire the injectors at precisely the right moment. On MIVEC and hybrid variants, it also underpins variable valve timing control, start/stop logic, misfire monitoring and smooth idle. No crank signal means no start, a flaky signal can mean rough running, random stalls or a check engine light (often with codes like P0335–P0339).

Good news: it’s not a scheduled service item on a 2024 ASX. During routine servicing, a quick visual once-over under the bonnet and down at the bellhousing area is smart—check the sensor connector and loom for chafing, heat damage or oil contamination, and make sure there’s no debris trapped around the sensor nose. Avoid blasting the area with a pressure washer. If there’s an oil leak nearby, fix it so it doesn’t wick into the connector.

Replacement is straightforward for a competent DIYer, but most owners will prefer a workshop. Typical steps are to disconnect the battery, safely raise the vehicle if needed, unplug the sensor, remove its retaining bolt, swap in a quality OEM-equivalent sensor with a fresh O‑ring, and route the harness exactly like the original. The bolt should be tightened to the factory spec in the service manual, and the air gap (if specified) confirmed. After installation, clear any fault codes and perform any idle or throttle relearns the ECU calls for.

If the ASX cranks but won’t fire, intermittently cuts out, or logs CKP-related DTCs, test before throwing parts—technicians will scope the sensor signal, verify power/earth and inspect the reluctor ring. When a sensor is truly failed, replacing it typically restores crisp starting and smooth drivability.

• Where is the crank-angle sensor on a 2024 ASX?
  It’s mounted low on the engine block facing the crankshaft’s reluctor ring, commonly near the transmission bellhousing area. Access varies slightly by engine, but expect to reach it from underneath or down the back of the engine bay.
• What are the signs the crank-angle sensor is failing?
  Hard starting or no start, random stalling, misfires, uneven idle, poor fuel economy and a check engine light. A scan tool may show codes like P0335. Because symptoms overlap with coil, cam sensor or wiring faults, proper diagnosis helps avoid unnecessary parts.
• Can the ASX be driven with a dodgy crank-angle sensor?
  It might run intermittently, but it can also cut out without warning and may not restart. For safety and to prevent being stranded, get it checked and sorted promptly.