Description
The knock sensor is attached to the cylinder block. It senses engine knocking using a piezoelectric element. A knocking vibration from the cylinder block is sensed as vibrational pressure. This pressure is converted into a voltage signal and sent to the ECM.
DTC Logic
DTC DETECTION LOGIC
DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE 1.PRECONDITIONING
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always perform the following before conducting the next test.
Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
Turn ignition switch ON.
Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds. TESTING CONDITION:
Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is more than 10 V at idle.
>> GO TO 2. 2.PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
Start engine and run it for at least 5 seconds at idle speed.
Check 1st trip DTC. Is 1st trip DTC detected?
YES >> Go to Diagnosis Procedure.
NO >> Inspection END
Check resistance between knock sensor terminal as per the following.
NOTE: It is necessary to use an ohmmeter which can measure more than 10 MOhm(s).
CAUTION: Never use any knock sensors that have been dropped or physically damaged. Use only new ones.
Is the Inspection result normal?
YES >> Inspection END
NO >> Replace malfunctioning knock sensor.