Q: So, will it prevent the engine starting?

asked by on January 29, 2018

Truck will not start. It turns over great. I checked the codes and there were 2. P1404. ERG and P1345 crankshaft position sensor. Will either of these prevent the truck from starting. Thank you, Rick

My car has 260000 miles.

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