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Knock Sensor (KS) Replacement (Left)



KNOCK SENSOR (KS) REPLACEMENT (LEFT)

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the left exhaust manifold.
3. Remove the left catalytic convertor.
4. Remove the mounting bolt for the knock sensor 1.
5. Disconnect the electrical connector of the knock sensor from the engine harness (3).
6. Remove the knock sensor (2) from the engine block (4).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Reconnect the engine harness (3) and the knock sensor (2) electrical connectors.
2. Position the knock sensor 2 on the engine block (4).
3. Install the mounting bolt (1) for the knock sensor 2.
4. Tighten the knock sensor mounting bolt (1).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the knock sensor mounting bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

5. Install the left catalytic convertor.
6. Install the left exhaust manifold.
7. Connect the negative battery cable.
8. Program the transmitters. Refer to Transmitter Programming (Domestic and Japan) Transmitter Programming (Export - Including Canada) in Keyless Entry.