The engine’s knock sensor (or sensors) detects preignition and detonation, potentially damaging forms of abnormal combustion. Though full-blown knocking and pinging are audible to the human ear, the ...

Dyno tuning is great. But, a dyno-tuned engine can't always be tuned for the stress it might see on the street, let alone something like the continued abuse of, say, a track day. This is especially ...

Starting with 2015, a series of recalls have been conducted by South Korean car companies Hyundai and Kia on account of faulty engines that are some instances were known to catch fire. As it appears, ...

Engine knocking can result from one of several issues involving your engine. Whatever is causing it, it must be dealt with immediately so it doesn't become any worse. The knocking is a warning sign ...

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Q: My 2000 Nissan Pathfinder was diagnosed with a knock sensor problem after a mechanic scanned the OBD2 codes. (The check engine light is on.) It did not pass the annual inspection. The car has no ...