Measure the impedance with a gain-phase analyzer if you have access to one.
Depends what kind of sensor you are asking about. Piezo properties are used in quite a few sensors.
A knock sensor is a piezoelectric device that senses the knocks produced in the engine. The knock sensor tells de computer to retard the timing in order to prevent piston damage and/or blown head gaskets.
Like this: (piezoelectric-crystal)
an 02 sensor is a piezoelectric sensor which creates a voltage based on the amount of oxygen present in the exhaust. this lets the engines computer know how rich or lean the engine is running and adjust accordingly
The detonation sensor ( knock sensor ) really cannot be checked by the home mechanic it is either good or bad. It consists of a pressure sensing piezoelectric element that converts pressure differences into electrical signals that can be read by the computer.
how to test crank sensor
Many piezoelectric crystals can be used in water with no issues.
To test an abs sensor for a Lexus ES you will need to use a multimeter. The multimeter will determine if the abs sensor works or not.
•many EFI engines have knock sensor.the knock sensor may be mounted in the block cylinder head or intake manifold. •A piezoelectric sensing element is mounted in the knock sensor and the resistor is connected parallel to the sensing elements. when the engine detonates, a vibration occurs in the engine. •The piezoelectric sensing element changes the vibration into an analog voltage and this signal is sent to the knock sensor module. •The knock sensor module changes the AC voltage signal into a digital voltage and sends this signal to the ECU. When the ECU receives this signal, it reduces the spark advance to prevent detonation. •Reference book: Automotive technology
Probably not as the emissions test (Smog test) is carried out by inserting a sensor into the exhaust pipe.
To test a crankshaft position sensor on a 1996 Jimmy Blazer, use a CKP sensor to test for voltage output. Compare the results to manufacturer specifications.
You can test the engine coolant sensor by using an ohmmeter. Attach the positive and negative probes to the terminals of the coolant sensor.