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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2007SILVERADO 1500 2WD V6-4.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMKNOCK SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIRKNOCK SENSOR 2 REPLACEMENT
2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2WD V6-4.3L
Knock Sensor 2 Replacement
2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2WD V6-4.3LSECTION Knock Sensor 2 Replacement
Knock Sensor 2 Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. If equipped, remove the oil pan skid plate and bolts.
3. Reposition the knock sensor sleeve (3) down, away from the knock sensor.
4. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the knock sensor.
5. Remove the knock sensor bolt and sensor.
Installation Procedure
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
1. Position the knock sensor to the engine block and install the bolt.
Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
2. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the knock sensor.
3. Position the knock sensor sleeve (3) up and over the knock sensor.
4. If equipped, position the oil pan skid plate and install the bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).
5. Lower the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.