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Knock Sensor: Testing and Inspection












COMPONENTS FOR REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION


1. REMOVE AIR INTAKE CHAMBER ASSEMBLY

2. REMOVE INTAKE MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY





3. REMOVE KNOCK SENSOR
- Disconnect the knock sensor connectors.
- Using SST, remove the 2 knock sensors.
SST 09816-30010





4. INSPECT KNOCK SENSOR.
- Using an ohmmeter, check that there is no continuity between the terminal and body.
- If there is continuity, replace the sensor.





5. REINSTALL KNOCK SENSOR.
- Using SST, install the 2 knock sensors.
SST 09816-30010

Torque: 44 N.m (450 kgf.cm, 33 ft.lb.)

- Connect the knock sensor connectors.
6. REINSTALL INTAKE MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY.

7. REINSTALL AIR INTAKE CHAMBER ASSEMBLY.

8. CHECK FOR FUEL LEAKS.