Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Knock Sensor (Ks)
Purpose/Function
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Detects abnormal combustion in the cylinder as basic information for mainly determining the ignition timing.
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Detects abnormal combustion in the combustion chamber and inputs it to the PCM as a knocking signal.
Construction
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Installed on the cylinder block.
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A piezoelectric element has been adopted as the detecting element for detecting abnormal combustion.
Operation
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Inputs the signal, which fluctuates according to abnormal combustion, to the PCM.
KS characteristic
Fail-safe
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DTC No. |
Fail-safe function |
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P0327:00 |
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P0328:00 |
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Knock Sensor (Ks) Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the plug hole plate..
3. Remove the intake manifold..
4. Disconnect the KS connector.
5. Remove the KS..
6. Install in the reverse or ...
Manifold Absolute Pressure (Map) Sensor/Intake Air Temperature (Iat) Sensor
No.2 Removal/Installation
NOTE:
Because the IAT sensor No.2 is integrated in the MAP sensor, replacing the
IAT sensor No.2 includes replacement of the MAP sensor/IAT sensor No.2.
1. Disconnect the negative bat ...
Other materials:
Engine Removal/Installation
WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it
is cool before servicing.
Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can very easily ignite, causing serious injury
and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
Fuel line spills and leakag ...
License Plate Light
Purpose
The license plate lights shine light on the license plate during nighttime
driving.
Function
The license plate lights illuminate in conjunction with the operation of
the light switch.
Construction
The license plate lights are installed to the liftgate.
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Filament Inspection
1. Switch the ignition ON (engine off).
2. Turn the rear window defroster switch on.
CAUTION:
Directly touching the rear window defroster filament with the lead of the
tester could damage it. Wrap aluminum foil around the end of the lead and inspect
the filament by touching it ...
