Hyundai Santa Fe: Engine Control System / Knock Sensor (KS). Description and operation
Knocking is a phenomenon characterized by undesirable vibration and noise and
can cause engine damage. Knock Sensor (KS) is installed on the cylinder block
and senses engine knocking.
When knocking occurs, the vibration from the cylinder block is applied as pressure
to the piezoelectric element. When a knock occurs, the sensor produces voltage
signal. The ECM retards the ignition timing when knocking occurs. If the knocking
disappears after retarding the ignition timing, the ECM will advance the ignition
timing. This sequential control can improve engine power, torque and fuel economy.

Inspection
1.
Check the signal waveform of the CMPS and CKPS using the diagnostic
tool.
Specification : Refer to "DTC Diagnostic Guide"
Removal
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DON’T remove the camshaft position sensor during engine running
or right after engine stops, or a scald by the flowed out engine
oil may occur...
Other information:
Removal
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Be careful not to damage the parts located under the vehicle
(floor under cover, fuel filter, fuel tank and canister) when
raising the vehicle using the lift...
Description
Continuous Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) system advances or retards the valve
timing of the intake and exhaust valve in accordance with the ECM control signal
which is calculated by the engine speed and load.
By controlling CVVT, the valve over-lap or under-lap occurs, which makes better
fuel economy and reduces exhaust gases (NOx, HC) and improves engine performance
through reduction of pumping loss, internal EGR effect, improvement of combustion
stability, improvement of volumetric efficiency, and increase of expansion work...
Categories

1. Inside door handle
2. Power window switches
3. Power window lock button/Electronic child safety lock button
4. Side view mirror folding button
5. Side view mirror control switch
6. Central door lock switch
7. Instrument panel illumination control switch
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