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CEL 23, knock sensor. How do I fix it?

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Old Sep 7, 2002 | 08:45 PM
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Default CEL 23, knock sensor. How do I fix it?

I've gotten a CEL for knock sensor. How do I fix it? I've checked the plug to see if it's in all the way, good. I've checked the connection on the ecu, good. The wire from the plug to the ecu is good. What else should I look at to remedy this problem?

Sometimes it'll come on, sometimes it doesn't. That has happened only a few times though. It usually comes on while normal driving, at about 3500-4000rpm on the freeway.

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Old Sep 8, 2002 | 06:46 PM
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try replacing the sensor w/ a good one.
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Old Sep 8, 2002 | 09:48 PM
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Default Re: CEL 23, knock sensor. How do I fix it? (Rspool)

could the sensor actually be working...and you are experiencing knock?
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Old Sep 8, 2002 | 10:50 PM
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I don't believe I'm experiencing knock...then again I don't know what I'm supposed to be listening/looking for. If I do have to replace it, is it an easy/cheap fix?

Thanks folks
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Old Sep 10, 2002 | 09:53 AM
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Default Re: CEL 23, knock sensor. How do I fix it? (Thagreybomber)

i think they are about $100 from http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com , but it is generally a pain in the **** to change because of its location on the back of the block. Good luck.
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Old Sep 10, 2002 | 10:51 AM
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Default Re: CEL 23, knock sensor. How do I fix it? (Thagreybomber)

sounds like popping/pinging coming from the motor. are you running 93 octane gas?
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Old Sep 10, 2002 | 01:29 PM
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I have an extra one lying around...$35 shipped...off a 2000 si.,
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Old Sep 11, 2002 | 10:16 PM
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I'm running the California 91 octane. I'll listen for those sounds tomorrow. Thanks folks!
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