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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Locating Knock Sensor Components
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    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    NOTE: DO NOT apply thread sealant to sensor threads. The sensor is coated at factory and applying additional sealant will affect the sensors ability to detect detonation.
  1. Install the knock sensor (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the knock sensor to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).

  2. Connect the knock sensor electrical connector (2).
  3. Lower the vehicle.
  4. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (L26 Static Fill) or Cooling System Draining and Filling (L26 GE 47716 Fill) .