SENSOR, Knock: Installation: 2.7L

Fig 1: Knock Sensor 2.7L

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1 - Stud

2 - Nut

3 - Knock Sensor

CAUTION: Over or under tightening effects knock sensor performance resulting in possible improper spark control.

Install knock sensor (3) and nut (2) onto stud (1).

Fig 2: Tighten Knock Sensor Nut
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Tighten knock sensor nut to 15 N.m (11 ft. lbs.).

Fig 3: Knock Sensor Connector
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Attach electrical connector to knock sensor.

Fig 4: Water Housing Outlet Tube 2.7L

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1 - Bolts

2 - Coolant Temp Sensor Connector

3 - Radiator Upper Hose

4 - Water Housing Outlet Tube

5 - Heater Hose

6 - Retaining Clip

Position the water housing outlet tube (4) to the cylinder heads and loosely install four bolts (1).
Attach water housing outlet tube (4) to the retaining clip (6) at rear of engine.
Tighten the four bolts (1) to 3 N.m (30 in. lbs.).
Connect electrical connector (2) to the coolant temperature sensor.
Install heater hose (5) to water housing outlet tube (4) at rear of engine.
Install radiator upper hose (3) to water housing outlet tube (4).
Install intake manifold. Refer to INSTALLATION .
Connect negative battery cable, tighten nut to 5 N.m (45 in. lbs.).
Fill cooling system. Refer to Cooling - Standard Procedure .
Operate engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. Check cooling system for correct fluid levels.