Knock Sensor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in Service Precautions.




1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Remove the right front wheel.
3. Disconnect and reposition the jumper harness connector.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the knock sensor.
5. Remove the knock sensor (1) from the engine block.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: When replacing the knock sensor, use the following recommended procedures:
^ A dropped or over-torqued sensor is considered bad and should be replaced.
^ Check all of the connectors for any damaged terminals.
^ Clean all of the mounting surfaces before re-installing any components.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.




1. Install the knock sensor (1) into the engine block.

Tighten
Tighten the sensor to 15 N.m (11 lb in).

2. Connect the electrical connector to the knock sensor.
3. Install the jumper harness connector.
4. Install the right front wheel.
5. Lower the vehicle.