Knock Sensor Replace
Remove
Bank 1
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the exhaust front pipe. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replace .
- Remove the rear primary catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replace .
- Remove the rear exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Assembly Replace .
- Disconnect the wiring harness connector (1) from the knock sensor (2).
- Remove the bolt (3) attaching the knock sensor (2) to the engine block, and remove the knock sensor.
Bank 2
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the exhaust front pipe. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replace .
- Remove the front primary catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replace .
- Disconnect the wiring harness connector (1) from the knock sensor (2).
- Remove the bolt (3) attaching the knock sensor (2) to the engine block and remove the knock sensor.
Install
Bank 1
- Ensure the knock sensor mounting surface is flat and free of any dirt, oxidisation, etc.
Important: Do not over-tighten the attaching bolt as incorrect operation of the knock sensor may result.
- Install the knock sensor (2) and bolt (3).
Tighten
Tighten the knock sensor to 23 N•m (17 lb-ft).
- Connect the knock sensor connector (1).
Bank 2
- Ensure the knock sensor mounting surface is flat and free of any dirt, oxidisation, etc.
Important: Do not over-tighten the attaching bolt as incorrect operation of the knock sensor may result.
- Install the knock sensor (2) and bolt (3).
Tighten
Tighten the knock sensor to 23 N•m (17 lb-ft).
- Connect the knock sensor connector (1).