2001 Jeep Wrangler Repair Question
Topics covered: Knock sensor, Sensor, Gas.
Mileage: 75,000 miles.
Mileage: 75,000 miles.
Asked on December 8, 2010
2001 Jeep Wrangler engine knocks
2001 Jeep Wrangler mileage: 75,000. I read about the "knock sensor" that you have alluded to in answers to other questions. Does my model have one of these? I am experiencing extreme knocking when I use anything but premium gas! This has been going on for a long time now, but has really only hit home recently with the rise in gas prices. Would the knock sensor be the only thing that could explain this problem, because I have asked my mechanic before about it and they didn't mention this?
Answer
Replied on December 9, 2010
Your car may not be equipped with a knock sensor. Check the EGR valve. If it is not functioning properly, it can cause engine pinging.