Lumina V6-3.1L VIN J (2000)
Knock Sensor: Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
3. Disconnect the knock sensor wiring harness connector from the knock sensor.
4. Remove the knock sensor from the engine block.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: Do Not apply thread sealant to sensor threads. The sensor is coated at factory and applying additional sealant will affect the sensors
ability to detect detonation.
1. Install the knock sensor into engine block.
2. Connect the knock sensor wiring harness connector to the knock sensor.
3. Lower the vehicle.