Repair Procedures: Removal

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
2. Disconnect the knock sensor connector (A).

   (Bank 1) 

   Fig 1: Identifying Knock Sensor Connector

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   (Bank 2) 

   Fig 2: Identifying Knock Sensor Connector

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3. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to INTAKE AND EXHAUST SYSTEM .
4. Remove the installation bolt (A), and then remove the sensor from the cylinder block.

(Bank 1) 

Fig 3: Identifying Knock Sensor Installation Bolt

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(Bank 2) 

Fig 4: Identifying Knock Sensor Installation Bolt

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