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I have an 02 jeep liberty stalls after warm and is throwing multiple knock sensor codes p0325, p0330 help

After the car is warm the car stalls if youlet off the gas and its throwing 2 knock sensor codes and the sensors are reading less than 2 volts could this be the stalling/dieng problem i keep hearing mixed emmotions please help

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P0325, P0330 are both knock sensor codes that are detected by your ECU. Considering that you are showing both codes indicates that your model trim level is either "Limited" or "Renegade" that will have a knock sensor for 2 banks (V6). Knock sensor errors will change the timing of your engine ignition and can lead to a drop in performance or worse, lead to engine stalling in order to save other components of your engine.
The common solution to remove knock sensor codes is to have the sensors replaced by an authorized mechanic; sometimes shorted electrical leads to the sensors are also a cause for the codes. Replacing the knock sensors will remove the prompting of P0325, P0330 and expect to find another fault as engine stalling is not always present with knock sensor error codes.
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The knock sensors produce an ac voltage when vibrated by the engine block. The cars computer tests these circuit for opens in them and ****** the ignition timing when activated this causes the engine to die on V block engines there is two sensors.

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  • Dan Jacobs
    Dan Jacobs Nov 06, 2013

    Yes they are operating when not needed reducing engines power.

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SOURCE: knock sensor code, p0330

The knock sensors either work or they don't. When they do not, the light comes on. All that a knock senor is is a piezo crystal that vibrates at the frequency that is comparable to engine "knock", and sends that yes/no signal to the ECU. There are 2 knock sensors, and both are bolted to each side of the engine interior walls, under each cylinder head. You have to remove both of the intake manifolds to access the knock sensors and their wiring.
Price to pay? My flat rate book suggests 3.7 hrs to change both. 3.7 hrs times your local labour rate, plus the price of the 2 sensors and/or wiring, and the price for the gaskets for the upper & lower manifolds. Depending on your location, you could quickly spend over $500.00.

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  • Posted on May 15, 2008

SOURCE: knock sensor

The knock sensor threads into the side of the cylinder block.

  1. Disconnect electrical connector from knock sensor.
  2. Use a crow foot socket to remove the knock sensors.
INSTALLATION
The knock sensor threads into the side of the cylinder block in front of the starter.

  1. Install knock sensor. Tighten knock sensor to 10 Nm (7 ft. lbs.) torque. Over or under tightening effects knock sensor performance, possibly causing improper spark control.
  2. Attach electrical connector to knock sensor

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Mar 17, 2009

SOURCE: 2000 Chevrolet Venture multiple codes stalling and rough idle

Look for broke/ shorted wires on Crank sensor.. thanks

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SOURCE: 2003 Jeep Liberty Stalls

thats correct, may have bad ecm (computer) or bad wire to crank sensor from ecm, also ive run into this problem and it was the new sensor i put in was no good and aftermarket,also cam sensor can do this, and also make sure the 5 volt feed wire is good,good luck hope this helps.

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SOURCE: 1996 Honda Accord throttle position sensor problem

Replace the TPS sensor and your car will be fine.

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The computer uses this information to tune the engine so that it doesn't knock. If your knock sensor wasn't operating properly, so that it was always indicating a knock, the engine computer's response may have been to change the ignition timing on your engine. Knock sensors generally bolt into or thread into the engine block. This P0325 code may show up intermittently or the Service Engine light may be lit constantly. Other knock sensor related DTC codes include P0330.
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This P0325 code may show up intermittently or the Service Engine light may be lit constantly. Other knock sensor related DTC codes include P0330.

Symptoms: You may notice drivability problems including a lack of power and perhaps some hesitation. There may also be other symptoms.

Causes: A code P0325 most likely means one or more of the following has happened:
* The knock sensor is faulty and needs to be replaced
* There is a wiring short/fault in the knock sensor circuit

Possible Solutions
* Check the resistance of the knock sensor (compare it to factory specs)
* Check for broken/frayed wires leading to the sensor
* Replace the knock sensor


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P0325 OBD-II Trouble Code Technical Description

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Technical Description: Knock Sensor Circuit Malfunction

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