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Knock sensors


Carson_101
03-03-2004, 12:26 AM
I have a code 43 on my check engine light on my '93 Chevy truck that has a 5.7 and according to a local automotive parts house I should check the knock sensor and associated wiring for loose connections and such. Where is the knock sensor and how would I check it?

12gauge
03-03-2004, 11:15 AM
KNOCK SENSOR

WE HAVE A VERY SIMILAR TRUCK. :cheers:

YOUR KNOCK SENSOR SHOULD BE DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF THE STARTER, IT THREADS INTO THE SIDE OF THE BLOCK.

THE ONLY METHOD THAT I AM AWARE OF TO TEST IT IS:

-HOOK UP A TIMING LIGHT
-ENSURE YOUR TIMING IS CORRECT
-WHILE WATCHING THE TIMING, TAP ON THE BLOCK WITH SOMETHING METAL (TIMING SHOULD RETARD)
-IF NOT TAP HARDER :twak:
-IF IT STILL DOESNT RETARD, YOUR SENSOR IS PROBABLY BUNK

GOOD LUCK
-12 ga :)

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