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Knock Sensor: Service and Repair

KNOCK SENSOR

REMOVAL





1) Disconnect battery ground cable from battery ground terminal.





2) Remove air intake chamber.





3) Remove band clip which fastens engine harness to engine coolant hose.





4) Disconnect knock sensor connector.





5) Remove knock sensor from cylinder block.

INSTALLATION

1) Install knock sensor to cylinder block.

Tightening torque: 23.5 ± 2.9 Nm (2.4 ± 0.3kg-m, 17.3 ± 2.1 ft. lb)





NOTE: The extraction area of the knock sensor cord must be positioned at a 45° angle relative to the engine rear.





2) Connect knock sensor connector.





NOTE: The knock sensor cord must pass between the engine harness and engine coolant hose.





3) Install air intake chamber.





4) Connect battery ground cable to battery ground terminal.