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Knock Sensor: Service and Repair



Knock Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure




Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution (Battery Disconnect Caution).
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the intake manifold bracket bolts and bracket.




3. Disconnect the knock sensor (KS) electrical connector.
4. Remove the Knock sensor bolt.
5. Remove the knock sensor.


Installation Procedure





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice).

1. Install the KS with the bolt.

Tighten the KS bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

2. Connect the KS electrical connector.




3. Install the intake manifold bracket and bolts.

* Tighten the bracket upper bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
* Tighten the bracket lower bolt to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

4. Connect the negative battery cable.

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