Light Knock Hot
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Suzuki Swift + and 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Light Knock Hot
| Step | Action | Values | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Is there a light knock when the engine is hot? | - | Go to Step 2 | System OK |
| 2 | Is detonation or spark knock evident? | - | Go to Step 3 | Go to Step 4 |
| 3 | Inspect the engine timing and the fuel quality. Was the problem found? |
- | Go to Step 1 | - |
| 4 | Inspect the torque converter bolts. Are the bolts tightened to the specified value? |
45 N.m (33 lb ft) | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 6 |
| 5 | Tighten the torque converter bolts. Is the repair complete? |
- | Go to Step 1 | - |
| 6 | Inspect the manifold. Is there an exhaust leak at the manifold? |
- | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 8 |
| 7 | Tighten the bolts or replace the gasket. Is the repair complete? |
- | Go to Step 1 | - |
| 8 | Inspect the rod bearing clearance. Is the clearance within the specified value? |
0.019-0.07 mm (0.0007-0.0028 in) | Go to Step 9 | System OK |
| 9 | Replace the rod bearings, as necessary. Is the repair complete? |
- | Go to Step 1 | - |