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No, the knock sensor responds to spark knock caused by over advanced timing. A knock is a sudden increase in cylinder pressure caused by preignition of the air fuel mixture as the flame front moves out from the spark plug ignition point. pressure waves in the chamber crash into the piston or cylinder walls resulting in a sound known as a knock or ping. this is caused by using a fuel with a low octane rating, overheating, or over advanced timing. sometimes it can be caused by hot carbon deposits on the piston or cylinder head that raise compression.
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Will a bad knock sensor prevent an engine from shifting?
A bad knock sensor would illuminate the check engine light and allow the engine to ping (spark knock). The engine doesn't shift, the transmission shifts.
Would the knock sensor stop the engine from starting?
No. It only senses engine vibration/knock.
Does the engine on a 2003 impala knock in the top of the motor if the knock sensor is bad?
The knock sensor just advances and retards the engine timing only. If there is a noise in the engine then you have engine are valve train problems. The knock sensor will not make the engine knock.
Would a knock sensor cause the engine to run rich?
No it will not.
What problem could the knock sensor cause on your car?
If the knock sensor failed the CEL (Check Engine Light) would be illuminated and the engine may "ping" or "spark knock" under load. Serious "spark knock" can damage the engine if allowed to continue.
Where to find knock sensor in a 1997 Chevy Lumina?
The knock sensor, in your 1997 Chevrolet Lumina, can be found on the front of the engine. The knock sensor is near the top of the engine.
Will it hurt engine to drive with bad knock sensor?
Yes it can hurt your engine to drive with a bad knock sensor. The knock sensor should be replaced as soon as possible.
Where is the knock sensor for a 2006 dodge charger?
The 2006 Dodge charger knock sensor is located on the back of the engine. The knock sensor will be near the bottom of the engine cover.
Where is the knock sensor on a 4x4 1991 Ford Explorer?
There is no "knock sensor" on a 4.0L engine
How can you check the knock sensor on 2007 Chevy Cobalt?
If a knock sensor was bad, the check engine light would be illuminated and the code(s) set would indicate so.
How does a modern engine management with a knock control system react to engine knock?
This is controlled by a knock sensor.
Does the engine knock with a bad knock sensor?
NO it will not. If you have a knocking sound then you have trouble inside of the engine.
