Knock Sensor: Testing and Inspection

1996 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN 9SECTION Testing and Inspection
KNOCK SENSOR SYSTEM CHECKS
This powertrain system runs several tests of the Knock Sensor (KS) system. A fault in the KS system can set several PCM DTC's. DTC P0325 will set if the a KS Module or PCM fault is detected. DTC P0326 will detect low octane fuel or engine noise and DTC P0326 will detect Knock Sensor and/or circuit faults.
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