This is a simple overview on diagnosing knock sensor issues with your subaru impreza forester legacy etc.
Subaru knock sensor.
One sensor in particular called the knock sensor acts as a sophisticated listening device in the engine.
The knock sensor is designed to sense knocking signals from each cylinder.
The subaru knock sensor is a device that outputs a signal that is read by the ecu engine control unit to determine if engine knock is present.
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A knocking vibration from the cylinder block is sensed as vibrational pressure.
P0327 subaru meaning the knock sensor is attached to the cylinder block.
Subaru knock sensors look something like this.
Depending on your year and model yours will be similar but the designs did change slightly every few years.
The one pictured above fits 95 and 96 ej22.
97 to 99 are similar but have a 2 pin plug instead of single pin.
You can t chase misfires with a knock sensor code knock sensors provide.
The knock sensor is a piezo electric type element which converts knocking vibrations into electrical signals.
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It detects any engine noises caused by detonation when fuel explodes in an engine s cylinder and adjusts ignition timing accordingly.
Knock sensor diagnosis for subaru.