Knock Sensor: Installation

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Install knock sensor. Tighten knock sensor to 10 N.m (88.5 in. lbs.) torque. Over or under tightening effects knock sensor performance, possibly causing improper spark control.
Route the knock sensor wire in the proper location (Fig 1).

Fig 1: Identifying Knock Sensor Wire Routing
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Install the upper intake manifold, (Refer INTAKE MANIFOLD ).
Connect the electrical connector (Fig 2).

Fig 2: Connecting Knock Sensor Connector
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Connect the negative battery cable.