What is a knock sensor on a Hyundai?
Hyundai has recently developed a new engine monitoring technology called a knock sensor detection system as an added layer of protection from engine damage. The knock sensor detection system being installed is able to alert customers at an early stage of bearing wear before the occurrence of engine damage.
Where are the components in a Hyundai Accent?
Components and Components Location Components 1. Shift lever knob 2. Shift lever assembly 3. Control cable 4. Shift lock cable assembly 5. Retainer 6. Brake pedal assembly Push the cruise ON/OFF button (the CRUISE indicator light in the instrument cluster will go off). Turn the ignition off.
What is the code for the knock sensor?
The code read knock sensor. Before I could get it into a shop, it went off. It didn’t come back for 11 months. When it did come back, the same code was read. Again, it went off the following day before it could be looked at and hasn’t been seen since.
Why does my Honda car have a knock sensor?
No need till you know you will tax the systems harder with the AC… I too agree with Honda. The knock sensor is detecting an occasional undesired ignition, probably from lower grade fuel than it needs, but if it’s on the original sparkplugs and has a lot of miles on it, it might just need new plugs.
How does the Check Engine light knock sensor work?
Check engine light – knock sensor. The computer adjusting the timing to compensate does not prevent the knock sensor from triggering a CEL. The computer reacts to the knock sensor’s signal, which also triggers the CEL. The timing adjustment is to compensate for a problem, the CEL is to tell you that the problem exists.
No need till you know you will tax the systems harder with the AC… I too agree with Honda. The knock sensor is detecting an occasional undesired ignition, probably from lower grade fuel than it needs, but if it’s on the original sparkplugs and has a lot of miles on it, it might just need new plugs.
Check engine light – knock sensor. The computer adjusting the timing to compensate does not prevent the knock sensor from triggering a CEL. The computer reacts to the knock sensor’s signal, which also triggers the CEL. The timing adjustment is to compensate for a problem, the CEL is to tell you that the problem exists.
What does the knock sensor on a Honda Blackbird mean?
The Knock Sensor is simply doing its job. I agree with Honda Blackbird, but I wanted to add that all of this could be an indication that the engine is running too hot when the A/C is engaged, because knocking is much more likely to occur when the engine is running too hot. I would suggest that the OP check his coolant level.
What kind of engine does an accent have?
This bulletin provides information related to an ECM (Engine Control Module) software update for certain 2012~2013MY ACCENT (RB) and VELOSTER (FS) 1.6L GDI vehicles that may experience either of the following: Applicable Vehicle: Certain 2012-2013MY Accent (RB) and Veloster (FS) with 1.6L GDI engines