NSC500160 | Crankshaft Position Sensor - 4.0 V6, AJ-V8 | Discovery, Range Rover
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Land Rover Part Number: NSC500160 - Crankshaft Position Sensor
NSC500160 is a Crankshaft Position Sensor fitted to selected 4.0 Cologne V6 and AJ-V8 petrol engines. Mounted adjacent to the crankshaft timing area where it senses a reluctor/tone wheel, it supplies crankshaft rotational position data to the engine management system to determine ignition and fuel timing. When faulty, symptoms can include misfiring, rough running or starting difficulties; replacement should match the part number to ensure correct electrical connection and mounting orientation for the specified engines.
Use the compatibility data below to confirm fitment against your V.I.N.
Compatibility
- Discovery 3 2005-2009 (L319) - 4.0 Cologne V6
- Discovery 3 2005-2009 (L319) - 4.4 AJ-V8
- Discovery 4 2010-2016 (L319) - 4.0 Cologne V6
- Range Rover 2002-2009 (L322) - 4.2 Petrol V8 Supercharged (From VIN 6A000001 to VIN 9A999999)
- Range Rover 2002-2009 (L322) - 4.4 AJ-V8 (From VIN 6A000001 to VIN 9A999999)
- Range Rover Sport 2005-2009 (L320) - 4.2 Petrol V8 Supercharged & 4.4 AJ-V8 (To VIN 9A999999)
Frequently Asked Questions
The NSC500160 converts crankshaft rotation into an electrical reference signal for the engine control unit, which the ECU uses to set ignition timing and fuel injection events. It is mounted near the crankshaft timing area and reads a reluctor or tone wheel; a weak or missing signal can cause misfires, rough running or starting problems. On replacement ensure the correct part number is used so electrical connectors and mounting orientation match the original unit.
| Model | Variant |
|---|---|
| Land Rover Discovery 3 (2005-2009) | 4.0 Cologne V6 |
| Land Rover Discovery 3 (2005-2009) | 4.4 AJ-V8 |
| Land Rover Discovery 4 (2010-2016) | 4.0 Cologne V6 |
| Land Rover Range Rover (2002-2009) | 4.2 Petrol V8 Supercharged (From VIN 6A000001 to VIN 9A999999) |
| Land Rover Range Rover (2002-2009) | 4.4 AJ-V8 (From VIN 6A000001 to VIN 9A999999) |
| Land Rover Range Rover Sport (2005-2009) | 4.2 Petrol V8 Supercharged (To VIN 9A999999) |
| Land Rover Range Rover Sport (2005-2009) | 4.4 AJ-V8 (To VIN 9A999999) |
If you are unsure of compatibility with your vehicle, you can also confirm by checking against your V.I.N. Simply reach out to us with your V.I.N and desired part number via our Contact page or use our Finding Part Numbers page.
Replace the sensor when diagnostic fault codes, testing or clear symptoms (misfires, rough running, or starting difficulties) indicate sensor failure; there is no routine scheduled replacement interval. Inspect the sensor and associated wiring during engine diagnostics or if the engine exhibits related faults.
- C8 products are usually supplied by Britpart.
- L8 products are genuine Land Rover parts.
- Z8 products are normally supplied by Allmakes.
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