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Knock Sensor (KS)

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NOTE: The RH Knock Sensor (KS) must be installed in the 4 o'clock position and the LH KS  must be installed in the 11 o'clock position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the engine.
NOTE: The intake manifold must be removed to access the KS  . For additional information, refer to ENGINE - 1.6L .
Fig 1: Identifying Knock Sensor Related Components
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Item Part Number Description
1 - RH Knock Sensor (KS) electrical connector (part of 12B581)
2 W500225 RH KS  bolt - 20 Nm (177 lb-in)
3 12A699 RH KS 
4 W500225 LH KS  bolt - 20 Nm (177 lb-in)
5 12A699 LH KS 
6 - LH KS  electrical connector (part of 12B581)