1996 Volvo 240 Knock Sensor Keep Car Starting

1996 VOLVO 240
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VMILL
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can the knock sensor keep the car from starting
Jan 20, 2013 at 6:32 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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The knock sensor adjusts engine timing. However, it can't adjust it far enough to prevent starting.
Jan 20, 2013 at 6:55 PM
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