Repair Procedures: Removal

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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the knock sensor (A) after removing the mounting bolt.
Tightening torque:

19.0-24.5 N.m (1.9-2.5 kgf.m, 13.8-18.1 lb.ft)

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Disconnect the knock sensor connector (A).

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Remove the knock sensor connector (A) from bracket by pushing it in the direction of arrow.

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