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Knock Sensor (KS)

KS measures vibrations (pre-ignition) and converts them into an electrical signal. The PCM monitors signal from KS and adjusts ignition timing if pre-ignition occurs. Mark VIII is equipped with 2 sensors. KS is threaded into the engine block.