Tacoma Regular Cab 2WD L4-2438cc 2.4L DOHC MFI (1997)
Knock Sensor: Component Tests and General Diagnostics
KNOCK SENSOR INSPECTION
1. REMOVE STARTER
2. REMOVE FUEL FILTER SET BOLTS
3. REMOVE KNOCK SENSOR
(a) Disconnect the knock sensor connector.
(b) Using SST. remove the knock sensor. SST 09816-30010
4. INSPECT KNOCK SENSOR
Using an ohmmeter, check that there is no continuity between the terminal and body.
If there is continuity, replace the sensor.
5. REINSTALL KNOCK SENSOR
(a) Using SST. install the knock sensor. SST 09816-30010
Torque: 44 N.m (450 kgf.cm, 33 ft.lbf)
(b) Connect the knock sensor connector.
6. REINSTALL FUEL FILTER SET BOLTS
Torque: 20 N.m (200 kgf.cm, 14 ft.lbf)
7. REINSTALL STARTER
