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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
  2. Remove the intake manifold.

    (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "INTAKE MANIFOLD ").

  3. Disconnect the knock sensor connector (A).
  4. Remove the mounting bolt (B), and then remove the sensor from the cylinder block.

    Knock Sensor Mounting Bolt: 

    18.6 - 23.5 N.m (1.9 - 2.4 kgf.m, 13.7 - 17.4 lb.ft)

    Fig 1: Disconnecting Knock Sensor Connector
    G12162438Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.