Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Knock Sensor: Inspection
- REMOVE ENGINE COVER
Remove the 4 nuts and engine cover.
- REMOVE PS PUMP REAR STAY
- REMOVE KNOCK SENSOR 1
- Disconnect the knock sensor connector.
- Using SST, remove the knock sensor.
- SST 09816-30010
- REMOVE OIL DIPSTICK AND GUIDE FOR A/T (See REMOVAL )
- REMOVE STARTER (See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION )
- REMOVE KNOCK SENSOR 2 (See step 2)
- INSPECT KNOCK SENSORS
Using an ohmmeter, check that there is no continuity between the terminal and body.
If there is continuity, replace the sensor.
- REINSTALL KNOCK SENSORS
- Using SST, install the knock sensor.
- SST 09816-30010
- Torque: 44 N.m (450 kgf.cm, 33 ft.lbf)
- Connect the knock sensor connector.
- Using SST, install the knock sensor.
- REEINSTALL STARTER (See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION )
- REINSTALL OIL DIPSTICK AND GUIDE FOR A/T
HINT:
Use a new O-ring.
- REINSTALL PS PUMP REAR STAY
- Torque: 39.2 N.m (400 kgf.cm, 29 ft.lbf)
- REINSTALL ENGINE COVER
Reinstall the engine cover with the 4 nuts.
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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.