Is it possible to relocate engine knock sensors?
Is it possible to relocate engine knock sensors?
However the amount of effort and money makes it extremely difficult. First you would have to insure you have the correct mounting surfaces on the block, so you can accurately detect the frequency of engine knock. Then you would need be able to create a new strategy for the pcm to detect knock using the new sensors and the new location.
How to remove knock sensor from intake manifold?
Turn OFF the ignition. Remove the intake manifold sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement. Disconnect the knock sensor (KS) inline harness connector. Measure the resistance from the signal circuit of the affected KS to ground with a DMM.
Where is the knock sensor on a Chevy?
Open your hood. Place your socket set over the bolt holding your negative battery cable. Turn the socket to the left to loosen the bolt. Slip the cable off. Find the knock sensor on your car, truck or SUV.
Is the knock sensor on Gen 3 working?
Yes, sorry for the delay in replying.I`m not on here very often.Here is the Description from GM on Gen 3 Knock Sensor Operation,testing. The knock sensors (KS) produce an AC signal under all engine operating conditions.
However the amount of effort and money makes it extremely difficult. First you would have to insure you have the correct mounting surfaces on the block, so you can accurately detect the frequency of engine knock. Then you would need be able to create a new strategy for the pcm to detect knock using the new sensors and the new location.
Turn OFF the ignition. Remove the intake manifold sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement. Disconnect the knock sensor (KS) inline harness connector. Measure the resistance from the signal circuit of the affected KS to ground with a DMM.
How much does a factory knock sensor cost?
This is for extreme precision in ignition tuning as the factory knock sensor strategy sucks. It cost a little over 1,000$ and is not user friendly. If you really want to go forward with this I would start with that tool and full editing software for the pcm. Add those two up and your knocking on the door of 2000$. Re: Relocate knock sensors?
Open your hood. Place your socket set over the bolt holding your negative battery cable. Turn the socket to the left to loosen the bolt. Slip the cable off. Find the knock sensor on your car, truck or SUV.
