Automobile crankshaft position sensor 12560228 213-354, a genuine engine control component measuring 15x12x5cm, designed as an OE replacement part for Buick and Chevrolet powertrain systems
Automobile crankshaft position sensor 12560228 213-354, a genuine engine control component measuring 15x12x5cm, designed as an OE replacement part for Buick and Chevrolet powertrain systems
Genuine 12560228 213-354 Crankshaft Position Sensor for Buick and Chevrolet Vehicles
This crankshaft position sensor, identified by part numbers 12560228 and 213-354, serves as a direct OE replacement component for specific Buick and Chevrolet models. Its primary function is to monitor the rotational position and speed of the engine's crankshaft, providing critical data to the vehicle's powertrain control module (PCM). Accurate crankshaft position data is essential for proper engine timing, fuel injection pulses, and ignition spark events. A faulty sensor can lead to engine performance issues, starting problems, or illuminated warning lights. This replacement unit is designed to restore that critical signal with a component that matches the original factory specifications.
Features and Construction
The sensor is built as a complete, ready-to-fit assembly. Its design prioritises a direct physical and electrical connection within the engine bay of compatible vehicles.
Material and Build
The unit comprises a sensor housing, internal magnetic or Hall-effect sensing element, and an integrated wiring harness with a connector. The materials used are selected to withstand the under-hood environment, including exposure to heat, vibration, and occasional contaminants. It is supplied as a single, fully assembled component, requiring no additional parts for basic installation.
Size and Practical Fit
With dimensions of 15cm in length, 12cm in width, and 5cm in height, the sensor is engineered to fit within the specific spatial constraints of the supported Buick and Chevrolet engine bays. This compact size ensures it integrates correctly with surrounding components such as the engine block, transmission, and wiring looms without interference.
Uses and Placement
This sensor has a single, defined application: to replace a faulty original equipment crankshaft position sensor on the specified vehicle models.
Event or Professional Use
For professional mechanics or technicians, this part represents a stock-line item for common repair jobs on Buick and Chevrolet vehicles. It allows for a swift diagnosis and replacement process, getting a customer's vehicle back on the road by addressing symptoms like no-start conditions, erratic idling, or loss of power that can be traced to a failed crank sensor.
Everyday Home Use
For the experienced home mechanic undertaking their own vehicle maintenance, this sensor provides a verified, application-specific part. It eliminates the guesswork in cross-referencing, ensuring the purchased component will physically and electronically connect to their vehicle's engine management system.
Benefits and Buying Value
The value of this component lies in its precise application and role in maintaining engine function.
Reuse and Low Maintenance
As an electronic sensor, it is not a serviceable item but a replaceable module. Its value comes from restoring a critical engine management function. Proper installation is the key to its longevity and performance.
Why Choose This Product
Choosing this specific 12560228 sensor ensures compatibility with the listed Buick and Chevrolet models. The confirmed OE part number match provides confidence that it will interface correctly with the vehicle's PCM, avoiding potential issues with non-specific or generic sensors that may not communicate properly, even if they physically fit.
