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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Knock Sensor & Bolt
    GM1877015Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  1. Position the knock sensor to the engine block and install the bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  2. Fig 2: View Of Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connector & Knock Sensor Sleeve
    GM1877014Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the knock sensor.
  4. Position the knock sensor sleeve (2) up and over the knock sensor.
  5. Fig 3: View Of Knock Sensor Heat Shield & Bolt
    GM1877013Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Position the knock sensor heat shield to the engine block and install the bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  7. Fig 4: View Of Oil Pan Skid Plate & Bolts
    GM1698082Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. If equipped, position the oil pan skid plate and install the bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).

  9. Lower the vehicle.