1996 Toyota 4Runner Engine Pinging

1996 TOYOTA 4RUNNER
318,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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Hi, I am looking for any known issues that would cause excessive pinging on these vehicles. I am an auto tech by trade but have been unable to find any reliable resources. Does the 3.4L have a knock sensor? If so where? Thanks
Nov 18, 2008 at 10:59 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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HI there, There are 2 knock sensors see pic


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/61395_Graphic_51.jpg

, they are items 12 & 13. mark (mhpautos)
Nov 19, 2008 at 3:11 AM
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