How to Locate, Remove, and Install a Knock Sensor on Chrysler PT Cruiser?

Front-side of the cylinder block, by the starter, is where the knock sensor will be found. Unattach the knock sensor's electrical connector before using a crow foot socket to pop out the sensor. To put the new knock sensor in place, guide it to the old location and tighten it just enough to 10 Nm (7 ft. lbs.), since over- or under-tightening may result in wrong spark control. In the end, link the electrical connector to the knock sensor.

How to Locate and Replace a Knock Sensor on Chrysler PT Cruiser?

You will find the knock sensor on the side of the cylinder block in front of the starter, beneath the intake manifold. First, unplug the black battery cable, after that, remove the electrical connection from the knock sensor and take out the fastening bolt. The next step is to take the knock sensor out of the engine. During installation, set the knock sensor in place and tighten its screw to 22 Nm (195 in. lbs.) so that the spark control remains correct. After that, connect the knock sensor electrical connector and then link the negative battery cable.

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Chrysler PT Cruiser Knock Sensor Part Number: 5033316AB
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor - Knock; Ignition Knock (Detonation) Sensor; MAP Sensor; Sensor Knock
- Replaces: 5033316AA, 56028563AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | Base, Classic, Couture Edition, Dream Cruiser, GT, LX, Limited, Street Cruiser, Touring | 2.4L L4, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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Chrysler PT Cruiser Knock Sensor Part Number: 4557667
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor - Knock; Ignition Knock (Detonation) Sensor; Sensor, Knock, 3.3-3.8 Engine; Sensor, Knock; Sensor Knock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser | Base, Dream, Limited, Touring | 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS

Chrysler PT Cruiser Knock Sensor

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Knock Sensor in Chrysler PT Cruiser car is a device that is essential in the performance of cars because it measures knock in the engines whereby ignition timing is off. It transmits signals to the powertrain control module (PCM) so that this will be able to change the ignition timing in a bid to reduce detonation. Usually, Chrysler PT Cruiser cars employ piezoelectric knock sensors that transform vibrations into electrical signals for a constant measurement of pressure maxima that point at knocking. Chrysler PT Cruiser vehicles for instance have utilized over the years innovative knock sensor systems which can change ignition timing for each cylinder as well as control boost pressure dependent on design of the engine. This capability helps the engine operate near the 'knock limit' for performance improvement together with low octane fuels minimizing the risk of damaging the engine. The good performance of the Knock Sensor is critical to the longevity and optimal performance of Chrysler PT Cruiser car engines.

Chrysler PT Cruiser Knock Sensor Parts and Q&A

Knock Sensor
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Q: How to Locate, Remove, and Install a Knock Sensor on Chrysler PT Cruiser?
A:
Front-side of the cylinder block, by the starter, is where the knock sensor will be found. Unattach the knock sensor's electrical connector before using a crow foot socket to pop out the sensor. To put the new knock sensor in place, guide it to the old location and tighten it just enough to 10 Nm (7 ft. lbs.), since over- or under-tightening may result in wrong spark control. In the end, link the electrical connector to the knock sensor.
Knock Sensor
5033316AB
Q: How to Locate and Replace a Knock Sensor on Chrysler PT Cruiser?
A:
You will find the knock sensor on the side of the cylinder block in front of the starter, beneath the Intake Manifold. First, unplug the black Battery Cable, after that, remove the electrical connection from the knock sensor and take out the fastening bolt. The next step is to take the knock sensor out of the engine. During installation, set the knock sensor in place and tighten its screw to 22 Nm (195 in. lbs.) so that the spark control remains correct. After that, connect the knock sensor electrical connector and then link the negative battery cable.