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Ignition Knock (Detonation) Sensor

Part Number 242-1023 (117547720)
UPC: 724620074615
Package contents: 1 Each per Box
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$41.61
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Description

Walker Products Ignition Knock (Detonation) Sensors are OE Replacement components that monitor engine vibrations to detect knocking or detonation events. These sensors are a critical part of the engine control system, allowing the ECU to adjust ignition timing in real time to prevent spark knock—a condition that can cause internal engine damage, reduced fuel economy, and drivability issues. Walker Knock Sensors are engineered to match OE specifications for frequency range, sensitivity, and electrical output. Each unit is tuned to detect the specific resonant frequency of knock in a given engine platform, enabling precise spark retard when knock is detected. Built from high-quality, heat- and oil-resistant materials, these sensors are designed to endure the harsh conditions of the engine block and cylinder head. With exact OE fitment, Walker Knock Sensors install directly into the original threaded locations and connect using factory-style electrical terminals. Whether addressing a fault code (e.g., P0325, P0330), correcting timing issues, or replacing a failed sensor, Walker Knock Sensors restore proper knock detection, improve engine safety, and support optimal ignition performance across a wide range of gasoline applications.

Fitment

This part fits the following vehicles.

Cadillac

  • 1993 Fleetwood

Chevrolet

  • 1992 Astro
  • 1991-1994 Blazer
  • 1991-1993, 1995 C1500
  • 1992-1995 C1500 Suburban
  • 1991-1995 C2500
  • 1992-1995 C2500 Suburban
  • 1991-1995 C3500
  • 1990-1992 Camaro
  • 1990-1991 Corvette
  • 1991-1994 G10
  • 1991-1995 G20
  • 1991-1996 G30
  • 1991-1993, 1995 K1500
  • 1992-1995 K1500 Suburban
  • 1991-1995 K2500
  • 1992-1995 K2500 Suburban
  • 1991-1995 K3500
  • 1990-1997 P30
  • 1991 R1500 Suburban
  • 1991 R2500 Suburban
  • 1991 R3500
  • 1995 Tahoe
  • 1991 V1500 Suburban
  • 1991 V2500 Suburban
  • 1991 V3500

GMC

  • 1991-1992, 1995 C1500
  • 1992-1995 C1500 Suburban
  • 1991-1993, 1995 C2500
  • 1992-1995 C2500 Suburban
  • 1991-1995 C3500
  • 1991-1994 G1500
  • 1991-1995 G2500
  • 1991-1996 G3500
  • 1991 Jimmy
  • 1991-1993, 1995 K1500
  • 1992-1995 K1500 Suburban
  • 1991-1993, 1995 K2500
  • 1992-1995 K2500 Suburban
  • 1991-1995 K3500
  • 1990-1997 P3500
  • 1991 R1500 Suburban
  • 1991 R2500 Suburban
  • 1991 R3500
  • 1992-1993 Safari
  • 1991 Syclone
  • 1992-1993 Typhoon
  • 1991 V1500 Suburban
  • 1991 V2500 Suburban
  • 1991 V3500
  • 1992-1995 Yukon

Pontiac

  • 1990-1992 Firebird

Features & benefits

  • Restores Ignition Timing Accuracy: Supports optimal fuel efficiency, performance, and emissions by correcting spark advance during knock conditions.
  • Detects Engine Knock: Monitors vibration frequencies to detect detonation and prevent pre-ignition engine damage.
  • Exact OE Fit: Installs directly into original mounting locations using factory connectors and threads—no modifications required.
  • Built for Harsh Environments: Engineered to resist heat, vibration, and oil exposure for long-lasting signal reliability.
  • OE Replacement Sensitivity: Calibrated to match factory frequency response and output for seamless ECU integration and spark control.
  • Direct replacement - this ignition knock sensor is made to match the fit, function and performance of the original equipment on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution - engineered to detect vibrations from knock and other combustion problems and replace a knock sensor that has failed
  • Durable construction - designed and manufactured to strict specifications for reliable performance
  • Trustworthy quality - backed by a team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience

Specifications

Connector Gender Female
Connector Quantity 1
Connector Shape Circle
Country Of Origin CN
Mounting Hardware Included No
Street Legal Yes
Terminal Gender Male
Terminal Quantity 1
Terminal Type Bullet
Wiring Harness Included No

Warranty

1 Year

$41.61

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