Knock Sensor: Service and Repair

Removing And Installing Knock Sensor







Preliminary work for removing knock sensor
1. Place protective covers on the vehicle to avoid damaging the body.
2. Remove intake-air distributor.

Removing knock sensor
1. Release and disconnect cable plug -1- .
2. Mark installation position of knock sensor so that cable plug can be reconnected after installation.







3. Remove knock sensor -3- by unscrewing the Torx screw (M8 x 35) -2- .


Installing knock sensor
1. Insert knock sensor -3- in the original position and then screw in and tighten the Torx screw (M8 x 35) -2- . - Tightening torque: 15 ftlb..







2. Push on cable plug -1- .

Subsequent work for installing knock sensor
1. Install intake-air distributor for the relevant cylinder bank.