Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1987HI-CUBE 6.2 J, 475/M40REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 15 (ENGINE CONTROLS - SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS - GASOLINE)ENGINE SENSORS & SWITCHESENGINE CONTROLS - SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS - GASOLINEKNOCK SENSOR
1987 Chevrolet Hi-Cube 6.2 J, 475/M40
Knock Sensor
1987 Chevrolet Hi-Cube 6.2 J, 475/M40SECTION Knock Sensor
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- Disconnect knock sensor harness connector. Using an ohmmeter, measure knock sensor resistance between sensor terminal and engine block. Resistance should be 3300-4500 ohms. Connect voltmeter between sensor terminal and ground. Set voltmeter to 2-volt AC scale.
- Start and idle engine. Tap on engine block near sensor. A signal should be indicated on voltmeter. If no signal is indicated, replace knock sensor. Also see TIMING CONTROL SYSTEMSΒ under IGNITION SYSTEM and appropriate TESTS W/CODES
article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section below.
- G - TESTS W/CODES - 4.3L
- G - TESTS W/CODES - 5.0L
- G - TESTS W/CODES - 5.7L
- G - TESTS W/CODES - 7.4L
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.