Not getting fire from my ignition control module, why?

1998 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
165,000 MILES • 3.8L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BODYMAN3214
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How come I'm not getting fire from my ignition control module?
Sep 5, 2023 at 1:24 AM
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It is common for the crankshaft position sensor to go out and cause this problem. Here is the location and how to change it out. Check out the images (below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Sep 5, 2023 at 12:46 PM
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BODYMAN3214
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Thank you very much.
Sep 5, 2023 at 10:10 PM
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You are welcome, let me know if you need anything else.
Sep 6, 2023 at 10:32 AM
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