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Component Inspection

Check Knock Sensor 

  1. IG KEY: ON, Engine: ON
  2. Connect knock sensor connector B-17 and ECM connector.
  3. Check the signal waveform of knock sensor on scantool.
    1. Specification: Approx. 0.3V (When the knocking doesn't take place at idle)
      Fig 1: Scan Tool Screen Display - Knock Sensor Signal Waveform
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  4. Is the signal waveform normal?

    YES

    1. Knock sensor is OK.
    2. Possibility of defective ECM. Temporarily test with a new ECM and check for proper operation.

      If problem is corrected, replace ECM and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.

    NO

    1. Test with a new knock sensor and check for proper operation. If problem is corrected, replace it.

      And go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.