Knock Sensor (KS) Removal / Installation - 3.0L

Fig 1: Knock Sensor (KS) Replacement Components With Torque Specifications - 3.0L

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1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. See LIFTING .
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. See BATTERY DISCONNECT .
   Fig 2: Locating Knock Sensor Electrical Connector

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3. Disconnect the knock sensor (KS) electrical connector.
   Fig 3: Knock Sensor Bolt With Torque Specification

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4. Remove the bolt and the KS.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.