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Knock Sensor: Service and Repair

Warning: Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can very easily ignite, causing serious injury and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
- Fuel line spills and leaks are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injuries or death and damage. Fuel can also Irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete the "Fuel Line Safety Procedures".


REMOVAL/INSTALATION
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order shown in the figure, referring to Removal Note.
3. Inspect all parts and repair or replace as necessary.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal, referring to Installation Note.




1. Air hose
2. Intake manifold
3. Bypass pipe
4. Water pipe
5. Knock sensor

Removal/Installation Note
Intake manifold
Drain the coolant into a container before removing the intake manifold.




Knock sensor
Use the SST to remove and install the knock sensor.