Knock Sensor
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Acura SLX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect knock sensor harness connector. Using an ohmmeter, measure knock sensor resistance between sensor terminal and engine block. Resistance should be 3300-4500 ohms. Connect voltmeter between sensor terminal and ground. Set voltmeter to 2-volt AC scale.
- Start and idle engine. Tap on engine block near sensor. A signal should be indicated on voltmeter. If no signal is indicated, replace knock sensor. Also see TIMING CONTROL SYSTEMS under IGNITION SYSTEM in TESTS W/CODES article.