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Knock Sensor Replacement - Bank 1



Knock Sensor Replacement - Bank 1

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the right catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LZ4-3.5L) (Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side) .
2. Remove the engine wiring harness heat shield nut (3).
3. Remove the engine wiring harness heat shield bolts (1 and 4).
4. Remove the engine wiring harness heat shield (2).




5. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (5) from the knock sensor (2).




6. Remove the knock sensor bolt and sensor.



Installation Procedure






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

1. Position the knock sensor to the engine block and install the knock sensor bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).





2. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (5) to the knock sensor (2).




3. Install the engine wiring harness heat shield (2).
4. Install the engine wiring harness heat shield bolts (1 and 4).

Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

5. Install the engine wiring harness heat shield nut (3).

Tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

6. Install the right catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LZ4-3.5L) (Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side).