What does knock sensor high input mean?

What does knock sensor high input mean?

The knock sensor (KS) is mounted in the engine and is used to detect spark knock. When there is spark knock or pinging, the sensor produces a voltage signal that is sent to PCM. P0328 stands for knock sensor high input. This means the PCM has detected a problem with the knock sensor or its circuit.

What does the code po333 knock sensor 2 mean?

We are having problems with fixing the problem on our 2001 Subaru Outback 3.0L. The code we got is PO333 Knock Sensor 2 Circuit High Input Bank 2. We are not sure which side is Bank 2 and does this mean the sensor itself needs to be replaced or does this mean the wires to the sensor are faulty?

What does PCM code p0333 mean on a car?

P0333 stands for knock sensor high input. This means the PCM has detected a problem with the knock sensor or its circuit. Some vehicles may be equipped with two knock sensors. Code P0333 pertains to the sensor on bank 2 (the opposite side of the engine where the #1 cylinder is located). What are the common causes of code P0333 ?

What are the symptoms of a p0333 DTC?

Symptoms of a P0333 DTC may include: MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) illumination Audible knocking from the engine compartment Pinging from engine under acceleration Potential causes of a P0333 code include: Knock sensor connector is damaged Knock sensor circuit is open or shorted to ground Knock sensor circuit is shorted to voltage

How long does it take to diagnose a p0333 code?

Problems with the knock sensor will not cause an engine performance problems. Replacing the knock sensor usually takes care of the problem. The cost to diagnose the P0333 code is 1.0 hour of labor. The auto repair’s diagnosis time and labor rates vary by location, vehicle’s make and model, and even your engine type.

We are having problems with fixing the problem on our 2001 Subaru Outback 3.0L. The code we got is PO333 Knock Sensor 2 Circuit High Input Bank 2. We are not sure which side is Bank 2 and does this mean the sensor itself needs to be replaced or does this mean the wires to the sensor are faulty?

P0333 stands for knock sensor high input. This means the PCM has detected a problem with the knock sensor or its circuit. Some vehicles may be equipped with two knock sensors. Code P0333 pertains to the sensor on bank 2 (the opposite side of the engine where the #1 cylinder is located). What are the common causes of code P0333 ?

Symptoms of a P0333 DTC may include: MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) illumination Audible knocking from the engine compartment Pinging from engine under acceleration Potential causes of a P0333 code include: Knock sensor connector is damaged Knock sensor circuit is open or shorted to ground Knock sensor circuit is shorted to voltage

What is the diagnostic code for knock sensor 2?

P0333 is a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) for “Knock Sensor 2 Circuit High Input (Bank 2)”. This can happen for multiple reasons and a mechanic needs to diagnose the specific cause for this code to be triggered in your situation.