SFI SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:P0327, P0328

DTC Code DTC Name
P0327 Knock Sensor 1 Circuit Low Input (Bank 1 or Single Sensor)
P0328 Knock Sensor 1 Circuit High Input (Bank 1 or Single Sensor)

DESCRIPTION

A flat type knock sensor is used. Flat type knock sensors (non-resonant type) have structures that can detect vibrations over a wide band of frequencies: between approximately 6 kHz and 15 kHz.

The knock sensor is fitted onto the engine block to detect engine knocking.

The knock sensor contains a piezoelectric element which generates a voltage when it becomes deformed.

The voltage is generated when the engine block vibrates due to knocking. The occurrence of engine knocking can be suppressed by delaying the ignition timing.

DTC No. DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P0327

Output voltage of knock sensor is 0.5 V or less

(1 trip detection logic)

  • Short in knock sensor circuit


  • Knock sensor


  • ECM
P0328

Output voltage of knock sensor is 4.5 V or more

(1 trip detection logic)

  • Open in knock sensor circuit


  • Knock sensor


  • ECM

Tech Tips

When any of DTCs P0327 and P0328 are set, the ECM enters fail-safe mode. During fail-safe mode, the ignition timing is delayed to its maximum retardation. Fail-safe mode continues until the ignition switch is turned off.

Reference: Inspection using an oscilloscope

A011B3WE42

The correct waveform is as shown.

Item Content
Terminals KNK1 - EKNK
Equipment Settings

1 V/DIV.

1 ms./DIV.
Conditions Engine speed maintained at 4000 rpm after warming up engine

WIRING DIAGRAM

A011AOHE43

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

Tech Tips

Read freeze frame data using the intelligent tester. The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as freeze frame data the moment a DTC is stored. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.

PROCEDURE


  1. READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (KNOCK FEEDBACK VALUE)


    1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

    2. Start the engine.

    3. Turn the tester on.

    4. Warm up the engine.

    5. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Knock Feedback Value.

    6. Read the values displayed on the tester while driving the vehicle.

      OK
      The values change.

      Tech Tips

      Malfunction does not occur Knock Feedback Values change
      Malfunction occurs Knock Feedback Values do not change

      The knock feedback value change can be confirmed by running the engine with a high load, for example, by activating the air conditioning system and revving the engine.


    NG

    INSPECT ECM (KNK1 VOLTAGE) Click here

    OK

    CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS Click here

  2. INSPECT ECM (KNK1 VOLTAGE)


    1. A01199JE07
      Text in Illustration
      *1

      Front view of wire harness connector

      (to Knock Sensor)

      Disconnect the knock sensor connector.

    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.

    3. Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Voltage
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      B30-1 - B30-2 Ignition switch ON 4.5 to 5.5 V

    4. Reconnect the knock sensor connector.


    NG

    CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (ECM - KNOCK SENSOR) Click here

    OK

  3. INSPECT KNOCK SENSOR


    1. A011A2LE18
      Text in Illustration
      *1

      Component without harness connected

      (Knock Sensor)
      *2 Ohmmeter

      Remove the knock sensor.

    2. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      1 - 2 20°C (68°F) 120 to 280 kΩ

    3. Reinstall the knock sensor.


    NG

    REPLACE KNOCK SENSOR Click here

    OK

    REPLACE ECM Click here

  4. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (ECM - KNOCK SENSOR)


    1. Disconnect the knock sensor connector,

    2. Disconnect the ECM connector.

    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance (Check for Open)
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      B30-2 - B8-110 (KNK1) Always Below 1 Ω
      B30-1 - B8-111 (EKNK) Always Below 1 Ω
      Standard Resistance (Check for Short)
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      B30-2 or B8-110 (KNK1) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
      B30-1 or B8-111 (EKNK) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher

    4. Reconnect the knock sensor connector.

    5. Reconnect the ECM connector.


    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    OK

    REPLACE ECM Click here