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unknown as to type of knock?...a knock could be engine rod or main bearings, or piston pin during acceleration. However if it's ignition ping, it may be caused by low fuel pressure, bad fuel, faulty injectors or improperly operating exhaust gas recirculation system to mention a few.

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