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Walker 242-1042 Ignition Knock (Detonation) Sensor

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Fitment: Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth, Town & Country, Caravan, Grand Caravan, Grand Voyager, and Voyager
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Walker Products 242-1042 Knock Sensor

Walker Products 242-1042 is an ignition knock sensor built for direct replacement service on select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth vehicles. It uses a female connector with 2 terminals, an oblong connector shape, and a pin terminal design to match the original electrical connection.

Key Features

  • Ignition knock (detonation) sensor for engine management service
  • Connector quantity: 1; connector gender: female
  • Terminal quantity: 2; terminal type: pin; terminal gender: male
  • Oblong connector shape for application-specific fitment
  • Length: 49.3000
  • No mounting hardware included
  • No wiring harness included

Application Details

Compatible with 1996-1997 Chrysler Town & Country, 1996-1997 Dodge Caravan, 1996-1997 Dodge Grand Caravan, 1996-1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager, and 1996-1997 Plymouth Voyager. This Walker Products 242-1042 sensor is listed for N/A position applications and is a fitment-specific replacement for those model years.

Walker Products has supplied fuel system and engine management components since 1946. The Walker Products line includes sensors and related engine control parts manufactured to meet or exceed OEM standards, with engineering and technical support used to maintain application accuracy and product consistency.

What It Is Used For

  • Replacing a failed knock sensor that can trigger detonation-related fault codes
  • Restoring proper ignition timing control on Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth applications
  • Addressing spark knock or pinging caused by inaccurate knock detection
  • Correcting drivability issues tied to engine control input errors
  • Resolving check engine light concerns related to knock sensor circuit faults

Installation Notes

Verify connector style, terminal count, and sensor length before installation. Compare the original sensor location and electrical connection to the vehicle listing for 1996-1997 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Caravan, Dodge Grand Caravan, Plymouth Grand Voyager, or Plymouth Voyager. This part cross-references Standard Ignition KS71 for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Walker Products is an ISO 9001/IATF16949 certified manufacturer focused on OEM-level specifications and application accuracy. Part number 242-1042 is supported by Walker Products engineering and technical resources for aftermarket engine sensor service.

BrandWalker
Part Number242-1042
PositionWalker Products
Connector GenderFemale
Connector Quantity1
Connector ShapeOblong
Length49.3000
Mounting Hardware IncludedNo
Terminal GenderMale
Terminal Quantity2
Terminal TypePin
Wiring Harness IncludedNo

This part fits 16 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1997ChryslerTown & Country3.8LV6N/AWalker Products
1997ChryslerTown & Country3.3LV6N/AWalker Products
1997DodgeCaravan3.8LV6N/AWalker Products
1997DodgeCaravan3.3LV6N/AWalker Products
1997DodgeGrand Caravan3.8LV6N/AWalker Products
1997DodgeGrand Caravan3.3LV6N/AWalker Products
1997PlymouthGrand Voyager3.3LV6N/AWalker Products
1997PlymouthVoyager3.3LV6N/AWalker Products
1996ChryslerTown & Country3.8LV6N/AWalker Products
1996ChryslerTown & Country3.3LV6N/AWalker Products
1996DodgeCaravan3.8LV6N/AWalker Products
1996DodgeCaravan3.3LV6N/AWalker Products
1996DodgeGrand Caravan3.8LV6N/AWalker Products
1996DodgeGrand Caravan3.3LV6N/AWalker Products
1996PlymouthGrand Voyager3.3LV6N/AWalker Products
1996PlymouthVoyager3.3LV6N/AWalker Products

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

144-607213-2314290634686 1354686 2435S2193AS10079ID0134KS71S8627SU378

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.