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Knock Sensor (KS)

Basic ignition timing is preprogrammed. Knock sensor detects engine knocking, converts knocking vibration into voltage signal and transmits signal to the ECM. Information is used by ECM to adjust ignition timing accordingly to eliminate detonation.