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Yes, it is one of many things that can cause the check engine light to come on.

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What sensors cause engine to miss when pulling a hill?

Oxygen Sensor. Or the Knock Sensor. Or you could check the plugs for faults.


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What can happen if a knock sensor is bad?

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How can you check the knock sensor on 2007 Chevy Cobalt?

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Can a defective knock sensor cause bad mileage?

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Would a knock sensor cause the engine to run rich?

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