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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
  2. Remove the engine room under cover.

    (Refer to "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")

  3. Disconnect the knock sensor connector (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Knock Sensor Connector
    G09772984Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the mounting bolt (A), and then remove the sensor (B) from the cylinder block.
    Fig 2: Identifying Sensor And Mounting Bolt
    G09772985Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.