Repair Procedures: Removal

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Switch "OFF" the ignition and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Disconnect the knock sensor connector (A).
[Knock Sensor (Bank 1)]

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[Knock Sensor (Bank 2)]

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Remove the intake manifold.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "INTAKE MANIFOLD ")
Remove the mounting bolt (A), and then remove the sensor from the cylinder block.
Knock sensor mounting bolt:

15.7 - 23.5 N.m (1.6 - 2.4 kgf.m, 11.6 - 17.4 lb.ft)

[Knock Sensor (Bank 1)]

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[Knock Sensor (Bank 2)]

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