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Knock Sensor: Service and Repair

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT

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Negative battery cable.

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Drain cooling system.

NOTE On knock sensors which are mounted in the end of the cylinder head draining the cooling system will not be necessary.

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Wiring harness connector from knock sensor.

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Knock sensor.

INSTALL OR CONNECT

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Knock sensor. If reinstalling original sensor, apply water base caulk to sensor threads. Do NOT use silicone tape as this will insulate sensor
from engine. 
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Tighten to 19 Nm (14 lb. ft.).

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Wiring harness connector to knock sensor.

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Refill cooling system and pressure test for leaks.

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Negative battery cable.

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