Knock control: Notes
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Engines with a compression ratio greater than 10.0: 1 are high for a power plant was forced induction. Knock control monitors the combustion process.
The knock control features extended functionality. The DME digital engine electronics system is also capable of detecting high-intensity "super-knocking" (a type of auto-ignition).