Knock Sensor: Service and Repair

Removal

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
2. Drain the engine coolant .
3. Remove the radiator upper hose .
4. Disconnect the knock sensor connector (A).




5. Remove the intake manifold .
6. Remove the installation bolt (A), and then remove the sensor from the cylinder block.






Installation

CAUTION:
- Install the component with the specified torques.
- Note that internal damage may occur when the component is dropped. In this case, use it after inspecting.

1. Installation is reverse of removal.

Knock sensor installation bolt:
18.6 - 23.5 N.m (1.9 - 2.4 kgf.m, 13.7 - 17.4 lb-ft)