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Checking wiring and connectors

Check the knock sensor (KS) connector. Check for contact resistance and oxidation. Check for loose connections.

Check the signal cable between knock sensor (KS) terminal #3 and control module terminal #A45 (#A45). Check the ground lead between knock sensor (KS) terminal #4 and control module terminal #A67 (#B7). Check for an intermittent open-circuit. Check for an intermittent short-circuit to ground.

Check that the knock sensor (KS) is tightened to the correct torque.

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Fig 1: Identifying Connector Terminals
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Fig 2: Identifying Ohmmeter
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Fig 3: Identifying Knock Sensor
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