Crankshaft Position Sensor (2.3L IDI)
Disconnect crankshaft sensor connector, located above oil filter. Set ohmmeter to 2K position, measure resistance across sensor terminals. Resistance should be between 500-900 ohms. Set voltmeter on the 2-volt AC scale. Crank engine and measure voltage across sensor terminals. Voltmeter reading should be .1 volt or greater. If resistance reading is not as specified or sensor does not produce a voltage reading, replace faulty crank sensor. Also, check if sensor is still magnetized. Replace as necessary.