Knock Sensor: Removal

Remove the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD .
Disconnect the heater core hose from the coolant crossover tube. Release the clamp. Disconnect the hose.

Fig 1: Identifying Heater Core Hose
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Release the clamp and remove the lower radiator hose from the coolant crossover tube.

Fig 2: Identifying Lower Radiator Hose
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Remove the water bypass hose from the thermostat housing. Release the clamp. Remove the hose.

Fig 3: Identifying Water Bypass Hose
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Remove the coolant crossover tube. Remove the bolts. Remove the tube.

Fig 4: Identifying Coolant Crossover Tube
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Remove the knock sensor (KS). Disconnect the electrical connector. Remove the bolt.

Fig 5: Identifying Knock Sensor
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