P0335 on Dodge: How to Diagnose & Fix
Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
2 Dodge models · 2 documented issues · 1 critical · $100-$900 repair
P0335 on Dodge by model: symptoms, diagnosis and fix
The Hall-effect camshaft and crankshaft position sensors (and their connectors) on Intrepid engines degrade with heat and fail intermittently, cutting spark and fuel without warning. Owners report sudden stalling while driving, engines that die after warming up and restart once cooled, and intermittent crank-but-no-start conditions. Chrysler addressed start/stall and no-start conditions in service bulletin coverage (SB 195966, May 1999), and the same defect is documented across the LH platform including the Chrysler Concorde.
Common Symptoms
- Engine stalls suddenly while driving, then restarts after cooling down
- Intermittent crank-but-no-start, especially when hot
- Stumbling, jerking, or engine misses under load
- Check engine light with cam/crank sensor codes
- Tachometer drops to zero just before the stall
How to Fix
Replace the failed camshaft and/or crankshaft position sensor and inspect the connector and wiring for heat damage; many shops replace both sensors together since they fail similarly. It is an inexpensive bolt-in repair once correctly diagnosed.
What you need to fix it
Only diagnosis- and fitment-reviewed repair parts are linked here.
- Mopar 4609086AF camshaft-position sensor
Replace only when scope/scan testing confirms cam-sensor or circuit failure Fitment: Confirm exact year/engine; the 1993-2004 issue span does not use one cam sensor Live OEM direct product page when checked
- Mopar 4609009 crankshaft-position sensor
Replace a failed crank sensor after heat-related signal loss is reproduced Fitment: Use only for catalog-confirmed engine/year applications Live OEM direct product page when checked
- Mopar 4727451AA crankshaft-position sensor
Alternate engine/year sensor branch Fitment: Confirm installed engine and connector before purchase Live OEM direct product page when checked
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The 2.0L is an interference engine, so a snapped or skipped timing belt bends valves and can wreck the engine. First-gen Neons use a rubber timing belt (not a chain) with a hydraulic tensioner that is a known weak point — a leaking/failing tensioner lets the belt go slack, causing ticking/slapping, jumped timing, or outright breakage. Age and heat harden the belt independent of mileage, so cars sitting on original belts are at high risk regardless of odometer reading.
Common Symptoms
- Ticking or belt-slap noise from the timing cover
- Rough idle / misfire as belt stretches
- Sudden no-start with cranking but no compression
- Engine cranks but won't fire after belt breakage
How to Fix
Replace the timing belt, the hydraulic tensioner, and the water pump together at roughly 60,000-100,000 mile intervals (and by age on older cars). Inspect idler and cam/crank seals while apart. If a belt has already broken, a valve job or head replacement may be required.
What you need to fix it
Only diagnosis- and fitment-reviewed repair parts are linked here.
- Engine Timing Belt Tensioner Hydraulic AssemblyCross-refBTC-003
Fitment confirmed against the ShowMeTheParts catalog for this vehicle's year and engine.
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P0335 code reference
General diagnostic-code context. The code alone does not confirm a cause for your vehicle; use the applicable issue card and its sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does P0335 mean on a Dodge?
P0335 stands for "Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction." This code means the engine computer has lost or detected a faulty signal from the crankshaft position sensor (sensor A), which tells the computer exactly how fast and in what position the crankshaft is rotating. That signal is essential for timing the spark and fuel injection, so a problem here can cause hard starting, stalling, or a no-start condition. The computer sets this code when the crank sensor signal is missing, erratic, or out of its expected pattern. Causes range from a failed sensor or damaged wiring to a problem with the reluctor (tone) ring the sensor reads. On Dodge it is documented across 2 models: Intrepid, Neon.
What are the most common causes of P0335?
The most common causes of P0335 are: Failed crankshaft position sensor, Damaged, corroded, or loose sensor wiring/connector, Metal debris or oil contamination on the sensor tip, Damaged or misaligned reluctor (tone) ring, Excessive air gap between sensor and tone ring, Wiring shorted or open in the sensor circuit, Faulty PCM/ECM (rare). The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix P0335 on a Dodge?
Published repair estimates on Dodge range from $100 to $900 depending on the model and root cause. If an issue mentions a recall or campaign, check your VIN with the manufacturer or NHTSA and confirm eligibility and coverage with a dealer.
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