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Knock Sensor: Service and Repair




Knock Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle only high enough to access the knock sensor (KS) through the wheelhouse. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.
2. Remove the left wheelhouse liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement.




3. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (3) from the KS (1).
4. Remove the KS retaining bolt.
5. Remove the KS (1) from the engine block.

Installation Procedure





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

1. Install the KS (1) and the retaining bolt to the engine block, positioning the electrical terminals rearward.

Tighten the KS bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).

2. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (3) to the KS (1).
3. Install the left wheelhouse liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement.
4. Lower the vehicle.