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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2003SANTA FE V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSKNOCK SENSORTESTING AND INSPECTION
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe V6-3.5L
Knock Sensor: Testing and Inspection
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe V6-3.5LSECTION Testing and Inspection
KNOCK SENSOR (KS)
The knock sensor is a piezoelectric device attached to the cylinder block that senses pressure from engine knocking conditions. This vibrational pressure is then converted into a voltage signal which is delivered as output. If engine knock occurs, ignition timing is retarded to suppress it.
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
1. The DTC for knock sensor is displayed on the HI-SCAN PRO under the following condition:
- When the knock sensor signal is not detected, even though the engine is in an overload condition.
- When the knock sensor signal is abnormally low.
SENSOR INSPECTION
1. Disconnect the knock sensor connector.
2. Measure the resistance between terminals 2 and 3.
Standard value: about 5 MOhm [at 20 °C (68 °F)]
3. If the resistance is zero, replace the knock sensor.
Knock sensor: 16 - 25Nm (160 - 250 kg.cm, 11.8 - 18.4 lb-ft)
The knock sensor is a piezoelectric device attached to the cylinder block that senses pressure from engine knocking conditions. This vibrational pressure is then converted into a voltage signal which is delivered as output. If engine knock occurs, ignition timing is retarded to suppress it.
Circuit Diagram:
Troubleshooting Procedures:
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
1. The DTC for knock sensor is displayed on the HI-SCAN PRO under the following condition:
- When the knock sensor signal is not detected, even though the engine is in an overload condition.
- When the knock sensor signal is abnormally low.
Harness Inspection Procedures:
SENSOR INSPECTION
1. Disconnect the knock sensor connector.
2. Measure the resistance between terminals 2 and 3.
Standard value: about 5 MOhm [at 20 °C (68 °F)]
3. If the resistance is zero, replace the knock sensor.
Knock sensor: 16 - 25Nm (160 - 250 kg.cm, 11.8 - 18.4 lb-ft)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.