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Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Highlander, Sienna, Tacoma & Tundra 3.4L

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  1. Knock sensors No. 1 and 2 are located below intake manifold on cylinder block. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . Manufacturer recommends removing knock sensor from cylinder block before testing. See KNOCK SENSOR under ENGINE SENSORS & SWITCHES in REMOVAL & INSTALLATION - V6 & V8 article.
  2. Using ohmmeter, check that no continuity exists between electrical terminal on knock sensor and body of knock sensor. Replace knock sensor if continuity exists.
Fig 1: Locating Knock Sensors (Avalon, Camry, Camry Solara, Highlander & Sienna)
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Fig 2: Locating Knock Sensors (Tacoma & Tundra 3.4L)
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