Repair Procedures: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Kia Forte5 and 2018 Kia Forte. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
- Remove the intake manifold.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "INTAKE MANIFOLD ").
- Disconnect the knock sensor connector (A).
- Remove the mounting bolt (B), and then remove the sensor from the cylinder block.
Knock Sensor Mounting Bolt:
18.6 - 23.5 N.m (1.9 - 2.4 kgf.m, 13.7 - 17.4 lb.ft)