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What I need you to do is check for ground and voltage at the plug to the sensor when the sensor fails. I attached a picture of the plug and circled the two wires and what they are for. The one listed as a "low reference" is the ground, so you will have to check for continuity to ground on that wire.
If we find the signal to the plug to be the issue, then we have to suspect it is a computer related issue or a wiring issue. Often times, the pins on the control module can corrode and break, only making connections at times. Also, the wire it self may be damaged at a certain location and shorting.
The best thing to do is to actually have a scanner that can read more than power-train codes and scan for related codes. If you have a scanner, check to see if there are any diagnostic trouble codes.
Here are a few links you may find helpful:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring
Let me know what you find. At least we can eliminate an issue with the sensor itself.
Take care,
Joe
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Tuesday, September 10th, 2019 AT 6:45 PM