How to Bypass the Knock Sensor on a 1990 Ford F150

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Tip 1 - How to Bypass the Knock Sensor on a 1990 Ford F150 | eHow

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by sangu hgan | permalink

The knock sensor on your 1990 Ford F150 helps to protect the engine from engine knock. Engine knock---or "knocking"---is the result of improper combustion in the combustion chamber of your truck. Usually this is the result of improper timing and ignition. Knocking, if left unchecked, can damage your F150's engine. However, if you are experienced in...

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Tip 2 - How Do I Change a Knock Sensor in a Ford 5.4L? | eHow

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by KIRK SNYDER | permalink

A knock sensor is a piezometric crystal that advances or retards the engine based on load. Knock sensors are typically located on the intake side of the Ford 5.4-liter engine. All knock sensors connect to an electrical wiring harness and links to the vehicle’s On Board Computer (OBC). A knock sensors fails like a light bulb fails – it...

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Tip 3 - How to Replace the Knock Sensor in a 1990 Silverado 5.7 | eHow

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Phoenix Associates | permalink

The 5.7L engine in most 1990 Chevrolet Silverado vehicles uses a knock sensor on the engine block. This sensor tells the engine's computer if the engine isn't getting enough spark, a condition which causes a knocking sound in the engine. The sensor tells the computer to advance or retard the timing accordingly, helping the engine function properly....

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