Knock Sensor: Service and Repair

Knock Sensor:

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise the vehicle.
3. Drain the cooling system.
4. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the Knock Sensor.
5. Remove the Knock Sensor from engine block.

INSTALL OR CONNECT

CAUTION: Do Not apply thread sealant to sensor threads. Sensor is coated at the factory and applying additional sealant will affect the sensors ability to detect detonation.

1. Hand start the Knock Sensor into the engine block.
- Torque the Knock Sensor to 19 Nm (14 lb ft).
2. Connect the wiring harness connector to the Knock Sensor.
3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Fill the cooling system.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.