Remove/Install Right Front Knock Sensor - AR15.12-P-2188MNI

2021 Mercedes Benz GT 53 AMGSECTION Remove/Install Right Front Knock Sensor - AR15.12-P-2188MNI

Engine 177 in model 290 

MODIFICATION NOTES

12.01.2021 Remove belt-driven starter alternator. Operation step 1.1.  

Shown on engine 177.9 

Fig 1: Right Front Knock Sensor Components Location - Engine 177.9 In Model 290
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WARNING Risk of injury  . Skin or eye injuries may result when handling hot or glowing objects. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary. AS00.00-Z-0002-01A
CAUTION Risk of injury  caused by scraping or cutting body parts on sharp vehicle parts Always wear protective gloves when working on or near sharp and non-deburred vehicle parts.
Deburr repair panels.
AS00.00-Z-0017-01A
Notice  Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1.1 Remove belt-driven starter alternator. Engine 177.8 in model 290 AR15.40-P-5060LSE
1.2 Remove the alternator. Engine 177.9 in model 290 AR15.40-P-5032MNI 
2 Release and disconnect electrical connection (3).    
3 Remove screw (2) and remove knock sensor 1 (A16/1) INSTALLATION NOTES :
The con act surface must be free from soiling. Otherwise, knock sensor 1 (A16/will malfunction.
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT : Clean contact surface.
Assembly cleaner
*BR00.45-Z-1028-04A 
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bolt, knock sensor to crankcase *BA15.10-P-1001-02G 
4 Install in the reverse order.    
5 Read out and delete fault memory.    
REFER TO SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS     AD00.00-P-2000-06FR
WARNING Risk of accident  from vehicle starting off by itself when engine running. Risk of injury  (bruises and burns) resulting from working on the engine while it is being started or when it is running. Secure vehicle to prevent it from starting off by itself. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Do not touch hot or rotating parts. AS00.00-Z-0005-01A
6 Perform an engine test run and check the engine for proper function.    
KNOCK SENSORS

Number Designation Engine 177
BA15.10-P-1001-02G Bolt, knock sensor to crankcase Nm 20
REPAIR MATERIALS

Number Designation Order number
BR00.45-Z-1028-04A Assembly cleaner A 000 986 56 01
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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