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Knock Sensor: Service and Repair



Knock Sensor (KS) (18.30.69)

Removal
1. Remove the cover and disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.

WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

3. Remove the supercharger.
4. Remove the NVH pad.







5. Remove the KS.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Remove the 2 nuts.







Installation
1. Install the KS.
- Tighten the nuts to 20 Nm (15 lb.ft).
- Connect the electrical connector.
2. Install the NVH pad.
3. Install the supercharger.
4. Connect the battery ground cable and install the cover.