Circuit Description
The PCM contains integrated Knock Sensor (KS) diagnostic circuitry. The PCM uses the circuitry to diagnose the KS sensors and related wiring. The PCM calculates an average voltage of each knock sensor's signals and takes instantaneous signal voltage readings. The PCM uses the instantaneous signal voltage readings to determine the state of the knock sensor circuitry. If the knock sensor system is operating normally, the PCM should monitor instantaneous KS signal voltage readings varying outside a voltage range above and below the calculated average voltage. If the PCM detects a Knock Sensor 1 signal voltage within the calculated average voltage range, DTC P0327 will set.
Conditions for Running the DTC
- No TP sensor, VSS, CKP sensor, CMP sensor, MAF sensor, or ECT sensor DTCs are set.
- Engine speed:
- Throttle angle:
- Engine load:
- Engine coolant temperature is greater than 75°C (167°F).
- Maximum spark retard is less than 15 degrees.
- System voltage is greater than 9 volts.
| - | Manual Transaxle - engine speed is between 1000 and 3000 RPM. |
| - | Automatic Transaxle - engine speed is between 1000 and 4000 RPM. |
| - | Manual Transaxle - Throttle angle is greater than 15%. |
| - | Automatic Transaxle - Throttle angle is greater than 3%. |
| - | Manual Transaxle - engine load is greater than 45%. |
| - | Automatic Transaxle - engine load is greater than 20%. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | The PCM detects a Knock Sensor 1 signal voltage within the calculated average voltage range. |
| • | The conditions are present for 300 3X reference periods (100 crankshaft revolutions). |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The PCM will not illuminate the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL). |
| • | The PCM will store conditions which were present when the DTC set as Fail Records data only. This information will not be stored as Freeze Frame data. |
| • | The PCM will use a calculated spark retard value to minimize knock during conditions when knock is likely to occur. The calculated value will vary based on engine speed and load. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | A history DTC P0327 will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles have occurred without a fault. |
| • | DTC P0327 can be cleared by using the scan tool Clear Info function or by disconnecting the PCM battery feed. |
Diagnostic Aids
Check for the following conditions:
| • | Poor connection at the PCM or Knock Sensor 1. |
| Inspect knock sensor 1 and PCM connectors for backed out terminals, broken locks, and improperly formed or damaged terminals. |
| • | Misrouted harness. |
| Inspect the knock sensor harness to ensure that it is not routed too close to high voltage wires such as spark plug leads. |
Reviewing the Fail Records vehicle mileage since the diagnostic test last failed may help determine how often the condition that caused the DTC to be set occurs. This may assist in diagnosing the condition.
Test Description
Number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the Diagnostic Table.
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Ensures that the malfunction is present.
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Checks for a false knock signal caused by a malfunctioning knock sensor.
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Ensures that the knock sensor is capable of producing a correct AC signal.
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This vehicle is equipped with a PCM which utilizes an Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM). When the PCM is being replaced, the new PCM must be programmed.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No | ||||||
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1 | Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed? | -- | ||||||||
Important: If an engine knock can be heard, repair the engine mechanical problem before proceeding with this diagnostic. Refer to Engine Noise Diagnosis in Engine Mechanical.
Does scan tool indicate DTC P0327 failed this ignition? | -- | |||||||||
3 |
Does the scan tool indicate DTC P0327 failed this ignition? | -- | Go to Diagnostic Aids | |||||||
4 |
Does the J 39200 DMM indicate voltage at the specified value? | 5V | ||||||||
Is any signal indicated on the J 39200 DMM for the bank 1 knock sensor? | -- | |||||||||
Is any signal indicated on the J 39200 DMM while tapping on the engine lift bracket? | -- | |||||||||
7 |
Was a problem found? | -- | ||||||||
8 |
Was a problem found? | -- | ||||||||
9 | Replace the bank 1 knock sensor. Refer to Knock Sensor Replacement . Is action complete? | -- | -- | |||||||
10 |
Was a problem found? | -- | ||||||||
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Important:: The replacement PCM must be programmed. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming . Replace the PCM.Is action complete? | -- | -- | ||||||||
12 |
Does the scan tool indicate DTC P0327 failed this ign? | -- | System OK |
