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Knock Sensor (KS) Removal/Installation [LF]

  1. Remove the battery cover.
  2. Remove the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF] )
  3. Remove the dynamic chamber. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF] )
  4. Disconnect the KS connector.
  5. Remove the KS installation bolt, then remove the KS.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

    KS tightening torque 

    16-24 N.m {1.7-2.4 kgf.m, 12-17 ft.lbf} 

Fig 1: Identifying KS Connector Bolt
G06151109Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.