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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2013SANTA FE AWD L4-2.4LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSKNOCK SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe AWD L4-2.4L
Knock Sensor: Service and Repair
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe AWD L4-2.4LSECTION Service and Repair
Removal
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
2. Remove the intake manifold.
3. Disconnect the injector connector (A).
4. Remove the installation bolt (B), and then remove the sensor from the cylinder block.
Installation
CAUTION:
- Install the component with the specified torques.
- Note that internal damage may occur when the component is dropped. If the component has been dropped, inspect before installing.
1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Knock sensor installation bolt:
18.6 - 23.5 N.m (1.9 - 2.4 kgf.m, 13.7 - 17.4 lb-ft)
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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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.