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Knock sensor for 2007 Saturn outlook. I can't pass emissions test!

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Check engine light on ? What code ? There are many different (DTC'S) - diagnostic trouble codes that can set for knock sensors ! There all don't mean that you replace the sensor .
DTC P0324: Knock Sensor (KS) Module Performance
DTC P0325: Knock Sensor (KS) Circuit Bank 1
DTC P0326: Knock Sensor (KS) Performance
DTC P0327: Knock Sensor (KS) Circuit Low Bank 1
DTC P0328: Knock Sensor (KS) Circuit High Bank 1
DTC P0330: Knock Sensor (KS) Circuit Bank 2
DTC P0332: Knock Sensor (KS) Circuit Low Bank 2
DTC P0333: Knock Sensor (KS) Circuit High Bank 2

The knock sensor (KS) system enables the control module to control the ignition timing for the best possible performance while protecting the engine from potentially damaging levels of detonation. The sensors are located below each cylinder head on the engine block. The KS produces an AC voltage signal that varies depending on the vibration level during engine operation. The control module adjusts the spark timing based on the amplitude and the frequency of the KS signal. The control module receives the KS signal through 2 isolated signal circuits. The control module learns a minimum KS noise level at idle and uses calibrated values for the rest of the RPM range. The control module should monitor a normal KS signal within the noise channel.
Knock Sensor Replacement - Bank 1
Remove the exhaust manifold lower heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Lower Heat Shield Replacement.
Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the bank 1 knock sensor (2).
Loosen the knock sensor bolt and remove the knock sensor.
Knock Sensor Replacement - Bank 2
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
Remove the engine oil filter. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
Lower the vehicle.
Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (2) from the bank 2 knock sensor (3).
Loosen the knock sensor bolt and remove the knock sensor.

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Anonymous

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SOURCE: knock sensor by-pass

Only if it was that easy my friend you need to get to the plug and it deep under the intake manifold. I just did one on 1999 QX4 its alot of work. You will need intake gasket and the plenum gasket. Good Luck.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 01, 2009

SOURCE: 2002 Hyundai Sonata wont pass smog

CA you can take the car to a referree and get a one time waiver if you have spent a minimum of $450 on repairs not including smog fees. Gives you two years to get it fixed. Smog Referee Call Center
Toll Free: 1.800.622.7733
You can also sell the car to the state for "up to" $1,000

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Anonymous

  • Posted on Apr 21, 2009

SOURCE: I have a 2001 Saturn. It failed emissions because

Go get your engine fixed at Jiffy...........You know they got a sale right???

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jun 02, 2009

SOURCE: want to replace bulb in headlight in 2007 saturn outlook how hard is it"

I agree with the other fae90. Tried to remove the light assy, then I read his post and did it inside 20 minutes. Took me longer to put it all back again

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Mar 19, 2010

SOURCE: knock sensor replacement

Turn ignition off. Disconnect knock sensor 3
-
pin harness connector. Locate knock sensor, on cyli
nder block.
On Optima 2.7L engine, sensors are located on both
sides of cylinder block. . Remove knock
sensor from cylinder block. To install, reverse rem
oval procedure.

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