Removal and Replacement

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION [3.8L ENGINE]

CAUTION:
When the knock sensor replacement is performed, use scan tool MB991958 to initialize the learning value Initialization Procedure for Learning Value in MFI Engine).









MD998773: Knock Sensor Wrench

REMOVAL SERVICE POINT

[[A]] KNOCK SENSOR REMOVAL





Use special tool MD998773 to remove the knock sensor.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

]]A[[ KNOCK SENSOR INSTALLATION





Use special tool MD998773 to tighten the knock sensor to the specified torque in the same manner as removal.
Tightening torque: 23± 2Nm (17± 1 ft-lb)


]]B[[ CLIP INSTALLATION





1. Install the clip to the the timing belt front upper cover as shown.
2. Tighten the clip mounting bolt to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 11± 1Nm (98± 8 ft-lb)