DTC P0326: Knock Sensor Malfunction

NOTE:  Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting information - Refer to: HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT THE FUEL AND EMISSIONS SYSTEMS or How to Troubleshoot the CVT System (CVT) .

DTC (PGM-FI)

1. Problem verification:

   - 1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

   - 2. Clear the DTC with the HDS.

   - 3. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

   - 4. Start the engine.

   - 5. Hold the engine speed at 1, 850 rpm or more without load (in P or N) for at least 5 seconds.

   - 6. Check for Pending or Confirmed DTCs with the HDS.

   DTC Description	Confirmed DTC	Pending DTC	Freeze Frame
   P0326 Knock Sensor Malfunction

   Is DTC P0326 indicated?

   YES 

   The failure is duplicated. Go to step 2.

   NO 

   Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the knock sensor and the PCM. If the freeze data/on-board snapshot of this DTC is recorded, try to reproduce the failure under the same conditions with the freeze data/on-board snapshot.

2. Knock sensor installation check:

   - 1. Check that the knock sensor is installed correctly.

   Is the knock sensor installed correctly?

   YES 

   Installation is OK. Replace the knock sensor .

   NO 

   Installation is not correct, reinstall the knock sensor.