The knock sensor for the 1993 Chevy Cavalier is located in the back of the motor. It can also be located in the engine valve.
A knock sensor tells the engine computer when one or more of your engine's cylinders are "knocking", that is, exploding the air/fuel mixture in a way that delivers less power and can be damaging to the engine if prolonged. The computer uses this information to tune the engine so that it doesn't knock. If your knock sensor wasn't operating properly, so that it was always indicating a knock, the engine computer's response may have been to change the ignition timing on your engine. The knock sensor generally threads into the engine block. This code may show up intermittently or the Service engine light may be lit constantly. You may notice drivability problems including a lack of power and perhaps some hesitation. There may also be other symptoms. * The knock sensor is faulty and needs to be replaced * There is a wiring short/fault in the knock sensor circuit * Check the resistance of the knock sensor (compare it to factory specs) * Check for broken/frayed wires leading to the sensor * Replace the knock sensor
The Right Front ABS wheel speed sensor is also used as a rough road sensor to assist the knock sensor in dectecting weather there is a knock from engine or bump from the road in order to adjust the spark and fuel.
Yes, a faulty knock sensor can indirectly contribute to a vehicle overheating. The knock sensor detects engine knock or pinging and helps the engine control module adjust the ignition timing for optimal performance. If the sensor fails, the engine may experience incorrect timing adjustments, leading to inefficient combustion, increased heat generation, and ultimately overheating. However, overheating can also result from other issues, so it's essential to diagnose the problem thoroughly.
Yes, a faulty knock sensor can contribute to engine misfires. The knock sensor detects vibrations caused by engine knocking and signals the engine control unit (ECU) to adjust timing or fuel delivery accordingly. If the sensor malfunctions or provides incorrect readings, it may lead to improper timing adjustments, resulting in misfires. However, misfires can also be caused by other issues such as spark plugs, fuel delivery problems, or ignition system failures.
Most likely cause-valvetrain noise, check oil level, pressure, also possible engine knock. If you have a knock sensor, mil should be illuminated
Yes, a faulty knock sensor can contribute to engine misfires. The knock sensor monitors engine vibrations to detect knocking or pinging, allowing the engine control unit (ECU) to adjust ignition timing. If the sensor malfunctions, it may send incorrect signals to the ECU, leading to improper timing adjustments and potentially causing misfires. However, misfires can also stem from various other issues, so it's essential to perform a thorough diagnostic.
Most knock sensors are located in the block on the firewall side. Should be the only sensor with two wires in the block. It will also have a camshaft position sensor as well. Hope that helps. I am not educated on Mazda engines.
You would probably hear a spark knock or pinging under acceleration or load. Check engine light may come on also.
No, it is not a knock sensor at all. An AF (Air/Fuel Ratio) sensor is also know as a wide range oxygen sensor. It is the newer type oxygen sensor.
A knock sensor assures that you're getting as much power and fuel economy as is possible from your engine. More details: A knock sensor allows the engine to run with the ignition timing as far advanced as possible. The computer will continue to advance the timing until the knock sensor detects pinging. At that point the computer retards the ignition timing just enough for the pinging to stop. The knock sensor responds to spark knock caused by Pre-detonation 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. A knock sensor is comprised of Piezoelectric materials; Crystals that when impacted, generate a voltage (same idea as a BBQ ignitor). This voltage is monitored by the computer, and when an irregularity is detected, the computer corrects timing in VVT (variable valve timing) engines, or triggers a DTC Diagnostic Trouble Code) in older vehicles.
Also you can remove the front oxgyen sensor and drive it. If the problem goes away it is probably your catalytic converter. The dealer replaced mine because the van has less than 80000 miles on it.I have a 2000 and I tried to get around replacing the knock sensor. I replaced fuel injectors, wires, plugs, distributor and some other parts. All this helped, but van still lose power and surges after engine hot. I been told after all this that the knock sensor retards timing and causes the fuel not to burn as it should. It not only senses knock, but is a protective device for the engine. I just purchased one on eBay for $65 and will install later this week. Should have replaced it when I first got the code.AnswerThat does not sound like a knock sensor problem. the knock sensor senses "knocks" in the engine and retards the timing accordingly. The knock sensor should not affect stalling, the problems are probably not related. The knock sensor itself is located under the lower manifold. It is a lot of fun to get to.