Knock Sensor: Testing and Inspection

KNOCK SENSOR (KS)




The knock sensor is a piezoelectric device attached to the cylinder block that senses pressure from engine knocking conditions. This vibrational pressure is then converted into a voltage signal which is delivered as output. If engine knock occurs, ignition timing is retarded to suppress it.

Circuit Diagram:

Troubleshooting Procedures:

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
1. The DTC for knock sensor is displayed on the HI-SCAN PRO under the following condition:
- When the knock sensor signal is not detected, even though the engine is in an overload condition.
- When the knock sensor signal is abnormally low.

Harness Inspection Procedures:

SENSOR INSPECTION
1. Disconnect the knock sensor connector.
2. Measure the resistance between terminals 2 and 3.
Standard value: about 5 MOhm [at 20 °C (68 °F)]

3. If the resistance is zero, replace the knock sensor.
Knock sensor: 16 - 25Nm (160 - 250 kg.cm, 11.8 - 18.4 lb-ft)