Check Engine Light Due to Knock Sensor Fault on Audi Q7

Submitted by Jim Taddei · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

The Check Engine Light may illuminate with a knock sensor code stored. Our technicians tell us a revised knock sensor and bracket should be installed, along with heat shielding material to protect the new sensor, to correct this condition.

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Audi Q7 vehicles with this problem

Average mileage: 76,500 miles
(51,000 - 120,000)

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