How to service and repair the knock sensor on Ford Taurus?

The service and repair process for knock sensor demands a first step of disconnecting the battery ground cable. After that raise the vehicle while providing support. Service and repair of the KS begins by removing its electrical connector and bolting it along with the KS. Reinstallation will be done in the opposite order of the removal steps.

OEM Ford Taurus Knock Sensor

Engine Knock Sensor

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Ford Taurus Knock Sensor Part Number: 2R3Z-12A699-AA
$31.02 MSRP: $48.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor - Engine Knock; Ignition Knock (Detonation) Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2007 Ford Taurus | LX, SE, SE Comfort, SEL, SES | 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Taurus Knock Sensor Part Number: 1S7Z-12A699-BB
$41.01 MSRP: $64.00
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- Other Name: Sensor - Engine Knock; Ignition Knock (Detonation) Sensor; Sensor
- Replaces: 1S7Z-12A699-BA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2017 Ford Taurus | Limited, SE, SEL | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Taurus Knock Sensor Part Number: 7T4Z-12A699-A
$55.53 MSRP: $88.18
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor - Engine Knock; Ignition Knock (Detonation) Sensor
- Replaces: 7T4Z-12A699-AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2008-2019 Ford Taurus | Limited, SE, SEL, SHO | 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Taurus Knock Sensor Part Number: YF1Z-12A699-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor - Engine Knock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2002 Ford Taurus | SE, SE Comfort, SEL, SES, SVG | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Taurus Knock Sensor Part Number: F6DZ12A699AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Ignition Knock (Detonation) Sensor; Sensor - Engine Knock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-1999 Ford Taurus | SHO | 8 Cyl 3.4 L GAS

Ford Taurus Knock Sensor

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The Knock Sensor used in Ford Taurus is used to identify engine knock that occurs because ignition timing is off. This device informs the PCM to control the ignition timings in a way that will reduces the detonation which is deemed excessive. Conventionally, Ford Taurus employs piezoelectric knock sensors that transform mechanical impulses to electrical ones and enable the constant measurement of pressure spikes that reflect knock. The Ford Taurus cars that have been produced in the years incorporate comprehensive knock sensor mechanisms that have the capability of optimizing ignition timing per cylinder and control increase in density, improving the performance of the engines as well as their durability. These systems make the Ford Taurus to run efficiently with low octane rated fuels by keeping combustion conditions as desired. The Knock Sensor, therefore, has to be incorporated as a crucial feature for optimal performance of the car AND to prevent the knock sensation from damaging the engine.

Ford Taurus Knock Sensor Parts and Q&A

Knock Sensor
2R3Z-12A699-AA
Q: How to service and repair the knock sensor on Ford Taurus?
A:
The service and repair process for knock sensor demands a first step of disconnecting the battery ground cable. After that raise the vehicle while providing support. Service and repair of the KS begins by removing its electrical connector and bolting it along with the KS. Reinstallation will be done in the opposite order of the removal steps.