What is the function and placement of knock sensors on 2006 BMW X5?

Knock sensors monitor the combustion chamber for engine-damaging knock and are piezoelectric microphones tuned to the frequencies of engine knock or detonation. When engine knock is detected, the ignition spark is retarded by the ECM. In a 6-cylinder engine, knock sensors are bolted to the left side of the cylinder block under the intake manifold, while in a V8 M62 TU engine, there are four sensors, with two located per bank of cylinders, positioned under the intake manifold.

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2006 BMW X5 Knock Sensor
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- Other Name: Ping Sensor
- Replaces: 12-14-1-435-485
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Part Number: 12141435485
$118.21 MSRP: $173.02
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- Other Name: Ping Sensor
- Replaced by: 13627568422
- Item Weight: 0.60 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 7.4 x 7.4 x 6.2 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 12141435485
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2006 BMW X5 Submodels:
- 3.0i(E53)
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2006 BMW X5 Knock Sensor
Part Number: 12141709317
$139.25 MSRP: $184.70
You Save: $45.45 (25%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Ping Sensor
- Replaced by: 13627568421
- Item Weight: 0.60 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 7.1 x 7.3 x 6.3 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 12141709317
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by BMW's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2006 BMW X5 Submodels:
- 4.4i(E53), 4.8is(E53)

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What is the function and placement of knock sensors on 2006 BMW X5?
Posted by Charlie V.
A:
Knock sensors monitor the combustion chamber for engine-damaging knock and are piezoelectric microphones tuned to the frequencies of engine knock or detonation. When engine knock is detected, the ignition spark is retarded by the ECM. In a 6-cylinder engine, knock sensors are bolted to the left side of the cylinder block under the intake manifold, while in a V8 M62 TU engine, there are four sensors, with two located per bank of cylinders, positioned under the intake manifold.
Answered by BMW Parts Specialist Blaine / Feb 04, 2026

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