2008 Toyota Camry Solara Sport, 2D ConvertibleFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Knock Sensor: Removal

  1. DISCHARGE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE  (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION )
  2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT  (See REPLACEMENT )
  3. REMOVE V-BANK COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY  (See REMOVAL  )
  4. REMOVE AIR CLEANER CAP SUB-ASSEMBLY 
  5. REMOVE EMISSION CONTROL VALVE SET 
  6. REMOVE INTAKE AIR SURGE TANK 
  7. REMOVE INTAKE MANIFOLD 
    1. Disconnect the fuel pipe No. 1.
      1. Remove the fuel pipe clamp.
        Fig 1: Identifying Fuel Pipe Clamp
        G05128727Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      2. Pinch the tube connector and then pull out the fuel pipe No. 1.
        NOTE:
        • Check the connector for dirt, mud or other contamination. Clean if necessary.
        • Be sure to keep the tube connector, pipe and O-ring clean. They can become contaminated easily.
        • Do not use tools when disconnecting the fuel pipe.
        • Do not bend or twist the nylon tube. Protect the connector by covering it with a vinyl or plastic bag.
        • When the pipe and the connector are stuck, push and pull the connector to release it. Then pull the connector out carefully.
          Fig 2: Identifying Tube Connector
          G05128728Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Lock the hose clamp, as shown in the illustration.
      3. Fig 3: Identifying Hose Clamp
      G05128729Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Disconnect the heater inlet water hose.
    4. Remove the nut and disconnect the ground cable.
    5. Disconnect the 6 fuel injector connectors.
      Fig 4: Identifying Fuel Injector Connectors
      G05128730Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    6. Loosen and remove the intake manifold's 9 bolts and 2 nuts uniformly in the numerical order shown in the illustration.
      7. Fig 5: Identifying Intake Manifold's Bolts And Nuts Numerical Order
      G05128731Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    7. Remove the intake manifold.
      NOTE: Fully removing each bolt and nut one by one may damage the intake manifold, bolts and nuts.
  8. REMOVE ENGINE MOVING CONTROL ROD 
  9. REMOVE WATER OUTLET 
    1. Disconnect the radiator hose inlet.
      Fig 6: Identifying Radiator Hose Inlet
      G05128732Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Disconnect the ECT sensor connector.
    3. Remove the clamp.
    4. Remove the 2 bolts, 2 nuts and 2 washers.
    5. Lock the hose clamp as shown in the illustration. Then remove the water outlet together with the water by-pass hose No. 1.
    6. Remove the 2 gaskets from the 2 cylinder heads.
      Fig 7: Identifying ECT Sensor Connector Clamps, Bolts And Nuts
      G05128733Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  10. REMOVE KNOCK SENSOR 
    1. Disconnect the 2 knock sensor connectors.
    2. Remove the 2 nuts and 2 knock sensors.
      Fig 8: Identifying Knock Sensor Connectors Nuts And Bolts
      G05245840Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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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.
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