Knock Sensor 82-92 V8 (5 ltr & 5.7 ltr
"ESC Knock Sensor" or Detonation for specifically 1982-92 mainly 5ltr V8 (305) sensor is located on the RHS of the block above the starter motor... may also have a buggered electical connector as well (see electrical connector sub-section).
FITS SPECIFICALLY
- 84-86 Corvette 5.7ltr
- 1983-92 Camaro 5ltr
- 1983-92 Firebird Trans Am 5ltr.
- Add the Wiring harness connector with it NOW if needed (# PW10666).
BAD KNOCK SENSOR SYMPTOMS
- A failed knock sensor will register a trouble code and illuminate the Check Engine lamp (CEL), although some engines will require multiple failure cycles before storing a code.
- Misfire
- Vibration, especially at highway speed
- Thumping or knocking noise from the engine
- Poor fuel economy and acceleration
While they don't fail often, if you suspect this problem, it's one you need to move on quickly to head off engine damage.
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"ESC Knock Sensor" or Detonation for specifically 1982-92 mainly 5ltr V8 (305) sensor is located on the RHS of the block above the starter motor... may also have a buggered electical connector as well (see electrical connector sub-section).
FITS SPECIFICALLY
- 84-86 Corvette 5.7ltr
- 1983-92 Camaro 5ltr
- 1983-92 Firebird Trans Am 5ltr.
- Add the Wiring harness connector with it NOW if needed (# PW10666).
BAD KNOCK SENSOR SYMPTOMS
- A failed knock sensor will register a trouble code and illuminate the Check Engine lamp (CEL), although some engines will require multiple failure cycles before storing a code.
- Misfire
- Vibration, especially at highway speed
- Thumping or knocking noise from the engine
- Poor fuel economy and acceleration
While they don't fail often, if you suspect this problem, it's one you need to move on quickly to head off engine damage.
