easy method Knock sensor replacement Honda accord 2005 P0325 code

[@darondouglas6160]

Thanks for posting. I have about 429,668 miles on my 03 Accord EX 4 cyl. I watched several videos before attempting this. It took me less than 8 minutes to complete and saved a lot of $$ doing it myself. I used scotch tape to hold the new sensor in the 27mm socket as I hand-turned it into place. Removed tape from socket then snugged with ratchet. I did unhook the negative from battery in order for the engine light to go out. Runs so much smoother.

[@GeedorahGaming]

My man you are a wizard and an artist. Camera angles, lighting and explanation were all immaculate.

[@balaofcanada]

Thanks for your lovely feedback

[@northterror7396]

Your description was spot on! Very easy knock sensor replacement! Hardest part was the plug, but took 20 mins!

[@jakedow4641]

Great ingenuity with the clear tube to help put in new sensor. I got the old sensor out fairly easy, but having trouble threading the new sensor in. The 27mm socket is getting caught up on a rubber hose, making it way too hard to get the right angle on my 2004 accord Update: I couldn’t find any tubing that size. My 13 year old son was able to thread the sensor in with just his hand. Small hands for the win!!! And I got to teach my son the value of learning to do things for yourself.

[@petere1867]

Next time turn left before you go right. It helps line up the threads. Saves you from cross threading as well. Do that with everything

[@balak1715]

Haahhah.....kids .....worth it.

[@mackn3wt0n]

I changed my knock sensor earlier this evening. Originally used a 3-in long 27mm socket, but it didn't fit--a hose behind the intake manifold prevented the socket from settling onto the old sensor. Used a shorter 1.5-in long 27mm socket and it worked. Your video was a key source of info for my project. Thanks!

[@theoma4576]

Did u do the whole taping the socket thing ?

[@mackn3wt0n]

@@theoma4576 No, I didn't duct tape the socket extensions--I trusted my locking extensions would hold together. However, after I got the old knock sensor off, I DID tape the new sensor to the end of a socket extension (without an attached socket), similar to what he does in the video with tubing.

[@ChrisHarrison-w4m]

I used this technique to do this job. Although This was a much better video than a few others I have seen trying to illustrate this, a major difference between my 2006 and this video was that under my intake manifold runners, there is a black plastic thing preventing you from looking between intake runners and seeing the sensor and it’s connector. This made the job much more difficult, causing tool clearance/entry/exiting problems also, and a nightmare to get the connector reconnected. I had so much more time into it that I would have spent less time on the job if I had just removed the intake manifold and done it that way. You will indeed need a deep socket, and my new sensor for some reason was a hair loose in the 12-point 1 1/16 socket; fortunately, I had a 6-point.

[@balaofcanada]

I agree. My 2005 fortunately did not have that plastic piece. So lucky I was able to complete the job sooner. But irony of life....few mo ths after I have change my starter motor and I was left with no choice other than to remove the intake manifold and replace with new seal. Glad you got the job completed.

[@wade7060]

My car has the same things, I actually managed to get the connector back on with my bare hands, just took a little bit of manoeuvring.

[@RandyBsae]

**If you have the black chamber assembly** (2006-07 Accord) and decide to remove the manifold this is a great video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZrGo3mcgq6Zq68si=Gev4jahcC0IShwNx . YOU DON'T HAVE TO COMPLETELY REMOVE THE MANIFOLD if you have that black chamber assembly. Also, if watch the video first look at 17:30 you can clearly see the knock sensor there. Then go back and check out 07:51 when he pulls the manifold forward and look for those two hoses where they bend down. You can catch a momentary glimpse of the sensor tucked back there. Pretty sure it will be accessible that way. A mechanic will charge you 2.5 hrs labor either way.

[@tonythehitman1]

Good video! Another way to give you more space would possiblly remove the fan. Especially if its only 2 bolts and one or 2 wire connectors. Also if the socket is too deep, you could stuff paper towel in it to take up extra space

[@stevelutwyche]

Great idea with the hose/tape to assist the install. I’ve got to do this job at the weekend, thanks for the tip.

[@balaofcanada]

All the best. With patience and the right tools....anything is possible 😀

[@warrenw.1846]

When there’s a will there’s a way. Great approach and thought given. 😊

[@timhackman5134]

Excellent tutorial!Thank you for your excellent detailed video Worked perfectly for my 2005 Honda Accord with 190.000 on her.

[@balaofcanada]

@@timhackman5134 glad to hear

[@mellowmanmace4346]

Thank you for the detail. This job took me thirty minutes.

[@balaofcanada]

@@mellowmanmace4346 wow......great work

[@scottbailey5925]

Thank you for your excellent explanation, and for your good camera work, lighting, and thoughtfulness. Also, it’ really clever the way you inserted the new knock sensor using a “tool” of plastic tubing. Tomorrow I’m going to follow your instructions to replace the knock sensor on my 2005 Honda CR-V. Hope it makes the engine warning light go off so the car will pass Calif. smog check! Thank you!

[@balaofcanada]

You are welcome. Goodluck.

[@wade7060]

Thanks, I managed to get a bit of practice removing a couple off parts cars at the wrecking lot. Afterwards, I did it to my car, had a bit of a hard time getting the sensor in, but I actually managed to secure the wire back on using my hands since I have skinny fingers haha. Hopefully the used one from the wrecker lasts! Thanks saved me a bunch of money at the mechanic.

[@mario17-t34]

Done. Cooking time was 5 days, labor 20min, ordered set of 3 long pliers from Ali and cut them as instructed to 9'.

[@jccarleton]

You’re a life saver. Followed this method to a T

[@pitbull8766]

Just went and got diagnosed on my 05 accord today and came back tht I gotta change this also will be doing it myself in a few days. Also have a 03 accord and have had a check engine light for a while now gona go get it diagnosed too and hopefully will be the same

[@Nuten-But_the_Truth]

Excellent video, thanks for the clear detailed description.

[@balaofcanada]

You are welcome.

[@Toetap668]

Good job thanks for sharing very useful technical advice.

[@balaofcanada]

@@Toetap668 you are welcome.

[@calvindon3233]

You did an nice job with one hand. I gave you thumbs up.

[@ItchyKneeSon]

The duct tape is hilarious. If anything, use masking or painters tape so your tools don't have sticky residue afterwards. Alternatively, you could use a stick magnet to retrieve the sensor if it falls out of the socket. When reinstalling (any threaded part), turn it counter-clockwise first until you hear/feel it *click*. Then, turn clockwise to tighten. There's only one 'entrance' on the threads of a machined screw/bolt. When you hear/feel the *click*, you've found it. Make sure the screw is straight, though!

[@ItchyKneeSon]

You can even turn it counter-clockwise a number of times to make sure it's THE click before you start tightening.

[@miaj3232]

I really appreciate this video- you’re creative!!

[@MyOpportunity7]

Thanks Great demo video step by step

[@balaofcanada]

You are welcome!

[@antonios4926]

Thanks for the video. From Cyprus

[@Matthew-5-]

Great video! Saved me time and money. Thank you!

[@godsspeedify]

Excellent video🎉🎉

[@MegaBigred89]

Great video! thank you so much! I feel a bit more confident giving this a try.

[@garrettsontag7813]

So I have been working off and on to try and replace this dang sensor and I realized that in most videos it looks relatively easy. This is because most of the videos that show this job are not cursed with a chamber assembly. So if anybody is having trouble seeing through their intake manifold, that is why. I hope this helps others who share my struggle, as I have been operating mostly blind while I do this. Also, for reference I have an 07 accord 4 cyl. Apparently they only have the chamber assembly on some 06, and 07 models.

[@avimaelandrade3311]

Thank you for your video. It was very insightful!

[@howtodoitdude1662]

So you can reach in to plug the connector, but need a needle nose and a hose for the other steps?

[@balaofcanada]

100% you need a long nose plier.

[@charlieallan658]

Do NOT use an aftermarket Knock Sensor - Use Honda OEM, even if you have to pull it from a yard. The aftermarket (I used a Delphi) ones do not clear the engine code!!!

[@balaofcanada]

I totally agree. Most Honda OEM parts are designed to be super sensitive for accurate readings. Aftermarket ones can keep throwing codes.

[@pedro6511]

The best of all ones.

[@stevendomenech7405]

EXCELLENT video.

[@utimakasini7176]

Thank you 😊 good video

[@balaofcanada]

You are welcome.

[@josejacobo4855]

Nice way to do it 👍

[@johnwoodley4576]

Great job! Great video. I think I got this!

[@myoneblackfriend3151]

Thank you so very much.

[@balaofcanada]

You are welcome

[@deivypetrescu5924]

Excellent video!

[@rvierra7235]

Thank you for this video! I got the same code. Am going to replace asap 👍

[@garrettsontag7813]

Do you think I ordered too long a pliers? I ordered a 13 in needle nose and am planning to do this job over the weekend

[@balak1715]

Yes. 13 inch will be a bit long.

[@garrettsontag7813]

@@balak1715 crap. I'll have to order a shorter one then I guess. Thank you for getting back to me

[@balak1715]

@garrettsontag7813 try getting 10 inch long pliers. Don't forget to watch my other video on the exact torque. Thats is super freakin important

[@garrettsontag7813]

@@balak1715 will do! Thank you.

[@mrhow2712]

Thanks your the man

[@alwafehail7160]

When ordering, what is the part number?

[@maliekphillips7029]

30530-PPL-A01

[@davidtorres3803]

Perfect video man thank u

[@hapetaa]

Do you have or can make video to change sway bar BUSHING For the same car?

[@balaofcanada]

Will try.

[@bp7083]

I was about to start on the repair but i have a 2006 and it has a platic piece below the intake manifold, making it impossible to see the knock sensor, looks like i have to remove the im.😢

[@balaofcanada]

That sucks.....any way....removing manifold is not too difficult, see my other video regarding changing starter motor....I had shown how to remove intake. Make sure to get a new gasket.

[@mario17-t34]

Thanks, best video. Like in holywwod. where did you place a light ? You forgot to mention that need skilled hands to addition to all toools.-) My push tab located on 3 o'clock. Could not do it from take 1. You're lucky yours on 12, probably easier.

[@balaofcanada]

Thanks so much for the feedback.

[@Velostern-ep2kq]

Is this roughly the same for b20 motors?

[@balaofcanada]

Is it for Honda CRV ? What year?

[@pattybaselines]

This was a good method for me I think my biggest issue was getting the socket off after tightening the sensor but got it eventually…not sure if there’s an hack for that..

[@dizzyaznboy]

Wooh thank you

[@balaofcanada]

You are most welcome.

[@andrewfilipczak6277]

Well done! Thank you!

[@xactomundo9938]

Great tips

[@titonunez63]

Look interesting that way done Thankz

[@alanpachecoosuna3277]

Does anyone know the severity of this issue. I scanned my car and it said to change the sensor as soon as possible if I had driving issues. That it could damage the main system.

[@blazeaglory]

Low. If anything does start knocking, you can usually hear it

[@edmundstawarz9100]

good job

[@brandonsalas6552]

The locking extension are cool to use instead of tape

[@aarontapatio2257]

Guys like this dont have the desire to do good work, guys like these destroy peoples cars😂

[@robmcguckin7605]

@@aarontapatio2257 Just because you have a cabinet with $50k worth of tools doesn't make you a better mechanic, it just means you aren't smart enough to improvise and think outside the box.

[@jandreshernandez1657]

Ty for your video, I did everything but the check engine is still on 😢

[@balaofcanada]

Hey. Did you use a code reader to first make sure it's knock sensor code? Also did you make sure to use exact torque? My engine light came on within 1 day, then I noticed I torqued it too tight. So I used a torque wrench to get the exact torque as per my vehicle specification. If you did everything but still P0325 code came back, then I would look at the knock sensor wire harness which could be worn out. Goodluck.

[@jorgelmusquiz2984]

Make sure you reset the codes and erase the old 0325. It doesn't reset by itself.

[@BreckenridgeCoHomes]

Can you provide an update on this? Did you simply have to reset the codes?

[@jandreshernandez1657]

I didn’t use an original part, I didn’t use a torque wrench and I didn’t reset the codes. So the light is still on. I’m planning to buy an original part and do everything people suggest here.

[@BreckenridgeCoHomes]

Got ya thanks for the feedback. You can reset the code easy at any napa for free- Just in case its working well and not triggering the code since you replaced. I think a little tighter then hand tight is the proper torque. Has it been driving better since you replaced? @@jandreshernandez1657

[@robertplatt2001]

Thank you

[@garrettsontag7813]

Did anybody else struggle with getting the sensor out after the connector? I got the connector after taking a much needed break but the sensor seems to be ratcheted in so tight. Do I need to get a beaker bar?

[@balaofcanada]

Oh boy. If the knock is so tight....that's too much torque. You can sure use a breaker bar, when you install the new one, ensure to use correct torque.

[@blazeaglory]

Just fyi, Honda's are designed to be worked on from underneath.

[@balaofcanada]

@blazeaglory 100% agree, but we need to find creative ways to troubleshoot when you don't have the ability to lift the car to work underneath

[@msjimmied]

I don't know what you call it, but it's the part where the latch is to the hood. The part you dangerously use as a shelf for your tools. .You can take off the nuts etc, and pop those couple of tac point. You can then lift and push back that back. it will give you about two inches more of room to get your arm in there and get it done easier. Otherwise, it's a bear.

[@Amador-u2p]

Man y have that code for one year and you know what y chance to a good gas not ethanol yunk and all is ok now let me know

[@mario17-t34]

Honda fix this problem in 2006+. Now access to this sensor is more difficult, covered with extra plastic under collector, don't think about reaching it with your fingers.

[@someonegetsteve]

If you can change the knock sensor on a Honda without taking the manifold off, you're qualified to do neurosurgery.

[@balaofcanada]

Hahaha....thanks for your lovely comment

[@brandonsalas6552]

I like it my block is stripped naked about to dress it up not worried if i need to do this later easy peezy ill pre lube the connector when assembling

[@arturos.l.2248]

INTAKE MANIFOLD. ITS MADE OF METAL. HOSES ARENT MADE OF METAL.

[@malikidrees-7435]

You have good mind but here you failed. You can put some cloth or tissue papers to fix with same socket instead of plastic hose.

[@balaofcanada]

I can only post what worked well for me.I did not fail here. Please feel free to post a video with your idea. More videos the better 😊

[@Amador-u2p]

Yes y have that code and i delete and y don't have any caca in my car not more all you have to do is change your gas and you don't have to put 5 percent ethanol or 25 percent plaing gas man and let me know the nest stories

[@aarontapatio2257]

Wow wtf😂 never let this guy work on your car😂

[@balaofcanada]

An explanation would be appreciated....

[@ssjrose9641]

Why not?

[@BreckenridgeCoHomes]

Context? Seems most people are very happy with the results