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Can 96 z28 car retard with no check engine light?

Old Aug 6, 2008 | 06:44 PM
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Can 96 z28 car retard with no check engine light?

Can 96 z28 retard with no check engine light? Also does autozone scanner check this? Thanks for any help.
Old Aug 7, 2008 | 05:25 AM
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Knock retard does not set a code or cause an SES light. Its generally not due to an engine problem, its due to using the wrong fuel, in most instances. You need a scanner (not a code puller) to monitor knock retard.

If, on the other hand, your knock sensor or wiring is faulty, it will set a code, you will get an SES light, and the PCM will respond by applying knock retard ranging up to 15 degrees, depending on engine operating conditions.
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