Suzuki Vitara (LY) 2016-2017 · Service Manual K14C · Diagnostic Information and Procedures

Excessive detonation – Engine continuously generates sharp, metallic knocking sound that changes with throttle opening.

Precautions: General safety (00)

Perform troubleshooting referring to the following points when ECM has detected no DTC and no abnormality has been found in Visual Inspection:K14C and Engine Basic Inspection:K14C.
Condition Possible Cause Action
Excessive detonation – Engine continuously generates sharp, metallic knocking sound that changes with throttle opening.
Faulty spark plug
Engine overheating
Condition “Engine overheating”
Clogged fuel filter (faulty fuel pump) or fuel lines
Air drawn in through intake manifold or throttle body gasket
Check air intake system.
Poor performance of knock sensor, ECT sensor, MAP sensor or MAF sensor
Faulty fuel injector
Faulty ECM
Excessive combustion chamber deposits
VVT system out of order