Section 03-14: Engine Controls, Electronic
1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty Series and Bronco Vehicles Workshop Manual
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

Knock Sensor (KS)

Gasoline Engines

During engine operation the knock sensor (KS) (12A699) will generate a signal to the powertrain control module (PCM) (12A650) to retard timing if the engine knocks.