Knock Sensor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Raise vehicle.
3. Remove knock sensor shield.
4. Disconnect electrical connector and remove sensor from engine block.

INSTALLATION
Install in reverse order of removal. Tighten sensor to 19 Nm (14 ft.lbs). Tighten shield bolts to 10 Nm (89 in.lbs).

NOTE: Do not apply thread sealer or teflon tape to threads of sensor. Use of sealer will cushion vibrations to sensor and may render sensor ineffective.