Knock sensor thread...Yes again...

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10-03-2005, 10:21 PM

PoKKi

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Knock sensor thread...Yes again...

Well I took my car in to get the exhaust replaced and scan the computer for the check engine light. Got a knock sensor malfunction code. So I bought a new knock sensor but haven't had time to put it in yet. I'm still averaging 20MPG under city driving and all. Do I really need to change my knock sensor right now?

10-03-2005, 10:23 PM

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up to you.......

do you really want to keep driving w/ crappy gas mileage (especially with prices as they are) and starve some HP??

i think the answer is apparent

10-03-2005, 10:25 PM

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if u want to go for it, u dont have to, but lose lose gas mileage and power... but i think now u have to become the "knock sensor"?? correct me if im wrong...

10-03-2005, 10:32 PM

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You already have the sensor... replace it, its a 30 min to 2 hour job... depending on how fast u get that bolt loose. Plenty of write ups on how to change it.

10-03-2005, 10:40 PM

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Ya, I know...But my hands can't get into the tight spot and I'm afraid I might screw up. I still have classes and work to go to. I just don't want to screw up.

10-03-2005, 10:54 PM

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Theres a way to do it without getting your hands in there. You use a long extention and a swivel socket. Thats how I got my KS bolt off. There is a write up somewhere, I dont feel like looking right now for ya, but take a look at the stickies its there somewhere. BTW Its not this site: http://www.motorvate.ca/mvp.php
There is a better write-up with the swivel socket way somewhere else.

10-03-2005, 11:00 PM

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Get a friend who has small hands and it'll make the job go by a lot faster.

Gains were worth it for me and knowing that my car is CEL free gives me peace in mind.

10-03-2005, 11:01 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by udienow

You already have the sensor... replace it, its a 30 min to 2 hour job... depending on how fast u get that bolt loose. Plenty of write ups on how to change it.

no way. definitely less if you have the correct tool and a good attitude!

There is a thread that even has a pic of the tools necessary. you will need a the correct size socket, (10 or 12? damn, I should know!), swivel socket as well as an extender bar and wrench. then you should be good.

just do it!