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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
  2. Remove the intake manifold. (Refer to INTAKE MANIFOLD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION )
  3. Disconnect the knock sensor connector (A).
  4. Remove the installation 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)

Fig 1: Locating Knock Sensor Connector
G12308946Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
Fig 2: Locating Knock Sensor With Bolt
G12308947Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.