Knock Sensor: Locations

1993 Chevrolet G 10 Van V6-262 4.3L VIN ZSECTION Locations

Electronic Spark Control Knock Sensor Locations:






The Knock Sensor (KS) can be located in either of two locations. On driver side behind the cylinder head mounted in the engine block or on the driver side mounted in the engine block in front of the oil filter canister.
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