P0336 on Mitsubishi
Crankshaft Position Sensor 'A' Circuit Range/Performance
P0336 on Mitsubishi vehicles indicates crankshaft position sensor 'a' circuit range/performance. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Mitsubishi model — most commonly on Montero. P0336 means the engine control module detected a crankshaft position sensor signal that is present but outside the expected range or pattern — for example, intermittent dropouts, an erratic waveform, or extra/missing pulses. The crankshaft position sensor tells the computer the exact position and speed of the crankshaft, which is essential for timing fuel injection and ignition. When this signal is unreliable, the engine may stumble, stall, hesitate, or be hard to start. Because it underpins basic engine operation, this code should be addressed promptly. Typical repair costs on Mitsubishi range from $150 to $700, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Common Causes of P0336
- •Failing crankshaft position sensor
- •Damaged or contaminated reluctor/tone ring (debris, missing teeth)
- •Wiring damage, chafing, or corroded connectors
- •Incorrect air gap or loose sensor mounting
- •Electrical interference from nearby high-voltage components
- •Metal shavings on the sensor tip
- •ECM/PCM fault (less common)
P0336 on Mitsubishi by Model
Mitsubishi Montero(1 issue)
- Crankshaft Position Sensor / Distributor Pickup Failure (Crank-No-Start and Stalling)1990-1999
The 6G72's crank/cam timing signal on early 1990s trucks is generated inside the distributor, and later trucks use a discrete crankshaft position sensor at the front of the engine behind the crank pulley/timing covers. As these sensors and their pickups age they fail intermittently, producing a classic 'cranks but won't start' condition or sudden stalling while driving that often clears after the engine cools. Owners repeatedly report that aftermarket sensors do not resolve the problem and that only a genuine Mitsubishi (OEM) sensor restores reliable operation; the crank sprocket tone/reluctor ring can also strip or be damaged.
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What does P0336 mean on Mitsubishi?▼
P0336 stands for "Crankshaft Position Sensor 'A' Circuit Range/Performance." P0336 means the engine control module detected a crankshaft position sensor signal that is present but outside the expected range or pattern — for example, intermittent dropouts, an erratic waveform, or extra/missing pulses. The crankshaft position sensor tells the computer the exact position and speed of the crankshaft, which is essential for timing fuel injection and ignition. When this signal is unreliable, the engine may stumble, stall, hesitate, or be hard to start. Because it underpins basic engine operation, this code should be addressed promptly. On Mitsubishi specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P0336 on Mitsubishi vehicles?▼
Common causes on Mitsubishi: Failing crankshaft position sensor, Damaged or contaminated reluctor/tone ring (debris, missing teeth), Wiring damage, chafing, or corroded connectors, Incorrect air gap or loose sensor mounting, Electrical interference from nearby high-voltage components. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0336 on a Mitsubishi?▼
Repair costs on Mitsubishi range from $150 to $700, depending on the specific model and root cause.
Which Mitsubishi models have P0336 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0336 on 1 Mitsubishi model: Montero.