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Old Jun 10, 2021 | 05:52 PM
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Part identification.

Hello all, As some of you know, I’ve been doing some much needed repairs on my 86’ F-150 XLT Lariat, 302, EFI with AOD. Thank you all so far for the help. Along the way I found a part that I’m having trouble identifying (see pic below). I replaced the IAT or ACT sensor & found this other similar sensor further back on the upper intake, which I didn’t replace. I’m sure whatever it is it’s in the same nasty shape as the IAT was, it looked like a burnt match. 😂 What exactly is it? My Chilton manual does not show a picture of it & I'm wondering what I need to order so I can replace it. Could this be my knock sensor? I’m stumped! Thanks guys, I really do appreciate all the help with my beater.
 
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Might be the knock sensor. Check what the wire colors are going to it.



 
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It is the knock sensor.
 
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Franklin2, That’s it, the knock sensor. Which manual does these illustrations come from? They look way simpler to follow than what I’ve got. I actually see a few more sensors that may need attention. Thanks for the reply. You as well diggerrigger.
 
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Originally Posted by Big-Dawg
Franklin2, That’s it, the knock sensor. Which manual does these illustrations come from? They look way simpler to follow than what I’ve got. I actually see a few more sensors that may need attention. Thanks for the reply. You as well diggerrigger.
In this link. You can also buy these used on ebay. They are called a EVTM manual. 1986 EVTM - Gary's Garagemahal (the Bullnose bible)
 
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