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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1986MONTE CARLO V6-262 4.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMKNOCK SENSORDESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-262 4.3L
Knock Sensor: Description and Operation
1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-262 4.3LSECTION Description and Operation
Operation
In vehicles equipped with 6 or 8 cylinder engines, Electronic Spark Control (ESC) is used in conjunction with EST to reduce spark advance when detonation occurs. A knock sensor signals a separate ESC controller to retard the timing when it senses knock. The ESC controller signals the ECM which will reduce spark advance until no more signals are received from the knock sensor.
In vehicles equipped with 6 or 8 cylinder engines, Electronic Spark Control (ESC) is used in conjunction with EST to reduce spark advance when detonation occurs. A knock sensor signals a separate ESC controller to retard the timing when it senses knock. The ESC controller signals the ECM which will reduce spark advance until no more signals are received from the knock sensor.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.