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.
2008 Toyota Land CruiserFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Knock Sensor: Installation
- INSTALL KNOCK SENSOR
- Install the 4 sensors with the 4 bolts so that the sensors are angled as shown in the illustration.
Torque: 20 N*m (204 kgf*cm, 15 ft.*lbf)
NOTE: The acceptable installation angle of the sensor is between 10° upward and downward from the horizontal position. - Connect the 4 sensor connectors.
- Install the 4 sensors with the 4 bolts so that the sensors are angled as shown in the illustration.
- INSTALL NO. 1 ENGINE COVER (See INSTALLATION )
- INSTALL NO. 2 CYLINDER HEAD COVER (See INSTALLATION )
- INSTALL INTAKE MANIFOLD
- Install the intake manifold (See INSTALLATION ).
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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.