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Removal and Installation

  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  3. Position the knock sensor (KS) heat shield aside.
    Fig 1: Locating Knock Sensor
    G03990667Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Disconnect the KS electrical connector.
  5. Remove the bolt and the KS.
    • To install, tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.