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P0332 Toyota Code - Knock Sensor 2 Circuit Low Input

Quick Answer

The knock sensor is attached to the cylinder block. Common causes include Faulty knock sensor, Knock sensor circuit poor electrical connection, Knock sensor harness is open or shorted. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P0332 Toyota indicates Knock Sensor 2 Circuit Low Input .
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty knock sensor, Knock sensor circuit poor electrical connection, Knock sensor harness is open or shorted.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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Code Popularity 15,836

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Intermediate (2 / 3)

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Table of contents Created and updated by William Orellana on Jun 14, 2020

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Code P0332 Toyota Description

The knock sensor is attached to the cylinder block. It senses engine knocking using a piezoelectric element. A knocking vibration from the cylinder block is sensed as vibrational pressure. This pressure is converted into a voltage signal and sent to the Engine Control Module (ECM).

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What does this mean?

What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0332 Toyota?

Faulty knock sensor
Knock sensor circuit poor electrical connection
Knock sensor harness is open or shorted
Faulty Engine Control Module (ECM)

How to Fix the DTC P0332 Toyota?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What does this mean?

Code Tech Notes

The P0332 code means that the Knock Sensor is not working properly. Problems with the knock sensor will not cause an engine performance problems. Replacing the knock sensor usually takes care of the problem.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P0332 Toyota code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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Information for Specific Toyota Models

P0332 2006 Toyota Camry — Knock Sensor 2 Circuit Low Input Bank 2
P0332 2007 Toyota Camry — Knock Sensor 2 Circuit Low Input Bank 2
P0332 2008 Toyota Camry — Knock Sensor 2 Circuit Low Input Bank 2
P0332 2009 Toyota Camry — Knock Sensor 2 Circuit Low Input Bank 2
P0332 2010 Toyota Camry — Knock Sensor 2 Circuit Low Input Bank 2
P0332 2011 Toyota Camry — Knock Sensor 2 Circuit Low Input Bank 2

About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.