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Knock Sensor (KS) Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the intake manifold bracket.
  3. Remove the KS using the SST  (49 H018 001).
  4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

    Tightening torque 

    1. 19.6-34.3 N.m {2.0-3.5 kgf.m, 14.5-25.3 ft.lbf} 
    Fig 1: Identifying Knock Sensor Location
    G03638010Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.