Hyundai Genesis (DH): Engine Control System / Knock Sensor (KS) Description and Operation
Knocking is a phenomenon characterized by undesirable
vibration and noise and can cause engine damage. The two Knock Sensors
(KS) are installed inside the V-valley of the cylinder block and sense
engine knocking.
When knocking occurs, the vibration from the cylinder block is applied as pressure to the piezoelectric element.
When knocking occurs, the sensor produces voltage signal and
the ECM retards the ignition timing. 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 GDS.
Specification: Refer to
Specification
ItemSpecificationCapacitance (pF)950 ~ 1,350Resistance (M?)4.87
Other information:
Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch ON.
2.
Connect the GDS.
3.
Emit intensive light toward the photo sensor using a lamp, and check the output voltage change.
4.
The voltage will rise with higher intensive light and fall with lower intensive light.
Component Location
Components (1)
1. Shower duct (Left)2. Mode actuator (LH)3. Temperature control actuator (LH)4. Temperature door lever (Left)5. Mode actuator (A)6. Console temperature actuator (A)7. Console mode actuator ON/OFF8. Heater case (Left)9.