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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Knock Sensor, Starter Assembly, Engine Electrical Connector & Engine Block - Right Side
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  1. Remove the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Right Side (LS3) , Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Right Side (LS7 or LS9) .
  2. Remove the right catalytic convertor. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LS3) , Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LS7) .
  3. NOTE:

    In the following service procedure, it maybe necessary to remove the starter assembly to gain enough clearance to remove the knock sensor.

  4. Remove the starter assembly (4), ONLY IF NEEDED. Refer to Starter Replacement .
  5. Remove the knock sensor mounting (1).
  6. Remove the knock sensor (2) from the engine block (5).
  7. Disconnect the engine electrical connector (3) from the knock sensor (2).
  8. Remove the knock sensor (2).