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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007FIVE HUNDRED 2WD V6-3.0L VIN 1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSKNOCK SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2007 Ford Five Hundred 2WD V6-3.0L VIN 1
Knock Sensor: Service and Repair
2007 Ford Five Hundred 2WD V6-3.0L VIN 1SECTION Service and Repair
KNOCK SENSOR (KS)
Removal and Installation
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
3. Position the knock sensor (KS) heat shield aside.
4. Disconnect the KS electrical connector.
5. Remove the bolt and the KS.
- To install, tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal and Installation
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
3. Position the knock sensor (KS) heat shield aside.
4. Disconnect the KS electrical connector.
5. Remove the bolt and the KS.
- To install, tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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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.