How to Install a Knock Sensor on a 5.7L Engine on Dodge Ram 2500?

Before putting in the knock sensor for the 5.7L engine, make sure the knock sensor mounting hole is clean. After that, insert the sensor into the cylinder block. Always be sure not to tighten the sensor mounting bolts too loosely or too tightly, because this could damage the knock sensor and lead to incorrect spark control; so, it's best to use the proper torque when installing. You do not need a lot of effort to turn a knock sensor bolt, as your vehicle only has one. The foam on the bolt threads is necessary just during plant assembly, but you should not apply sealant, adhesive or thread locking compounds to these bolts. When that's done, install and tighten the mounting bolt to 15 +/- 2 ft. lbs. (20 Nm) (176 in.lbs.) and connect the electrical connector to the sensor.

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Dodge Ram 2500 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 Dodge Ram 2500 | Laramie, Power Wagon, SLT, ST, SXT, Sport, TRX, TRX4 | 5.7L V8, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS

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Knock Sensor in Dodge Ram 2500 is a very important component that measures the engine knock and transmits signals to the PCM for changing in the ignition timing. This aids in avoiding over firing in the ignition process, ensuring the engine give its premier and that no harm comes to it. Indeed, usually, knock sensor is piezoelectric, and what it produces is electrical signals, which are under constant check for pressure burst, characteristic for knock. Contemporary systems may include settings for ignition timings in individual cylinders and for controlling boost pressure so that the engine works at or very close to the knock limit for highest power and lowest danger of damage, even when run on low octane fuels. All these advancements in technology ensure that Dodge Ram 2500 performs to the optimum premier in various road conditions.

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Knock Sensor
5033316AB
Q: How to Install a Knock Sensor on a 5.7L Engine on Dodge Ram 2500?
A:
Before putting in the knock sensor for the 5.7L engine, make sure the knock sensor mounting hole is clean. After that, insert the sensor into the cylinder block. Always be sure not to tighten the sensor mounting bolts too loosely or too tightly, because this could damage the knock sensor and lead to incorrect spark control; so, it's best to use the proper torque when installing. You do not need a lot of effort to turn a knock sensor bolt, as your vehicle only has one. The foam on the bolt threads is necessary just during plant assembly, but you should not apply sealant, adhesive or thread locking compounds to these bolts. When that's done, install and tighten the mounting bolt to 15 +/- 2 ft. lbs. (20 Nm) (176 in.lbs.) and connect the electrical connector to the sensor.