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Checking Wiring

-- Remove the Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623-. Refer to the Repair Information.

-- Using a multimeter, Check the Knock Sensor electrical harness connector to the Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) J623 electrical harness connector T60 for an open circuit. Refer to Wiring Diagrams for pin locations.

Knock Sensor (KS) 1 -G61- electrical harness connector terminals: Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) electrical harness connector T60 terminals:
1 8
2 9
3 13 (Pin 24 for some models) Refer to Wiring Diagrams for correct Pin number.
Knock Sensor (KS) 2 -G66- electrical harness connector terminals: Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) electrical harness connector T60 terminals:
1 10
2 11
3 13 (Pin 23 for some models) Refer to Wiring Diagrams for correct Pin number.

Specified value: 1.5 Ω Max.

If the specified value was Not obtained:

-- Check the wiring connection for an open circuit, short circuit to Battery (+) or Ground.

-- Check the wiring connection for damage, corrosion, loose or broken terminals.

-- If necessary, repair the faulty wiring connection.

If no malfunction is found in the wiring and the sensor resistance was OK:

-- Replace the Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J623-. Refer to the Repair Information.

-- Install the engine cover with air filter. Refer to the Repair Information.