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Diagnostic reference · P0387

P0387

Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Low

System
Ignition and misfire (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Ignition

What it means

P0387 means Crankshaft Position Sensor B Circuit Low.

Where it lives

For P0387, the circuit described runs through the sensor. The description of P0387 reports a fault at the sensor.

Check these first

  • A short to ground on the sensor B signal wire
  • A failed crankshaft position sensor B
  • A pinched sensor B harness
  • Water in the sensor B connector
  • A weak pull up on the sensor B input in the PCM

What to do next

  1. Check the sensor B signal voltage with the key on
  2. Look for a short to ground in the sensor B harness
  3. Inspect the sensor B connector for water or corrosion
  4. Verify sensor B ground and reference voltage
  5. Replace crankshaft position sensor B if the circuit is clean
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.