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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Knock Sensor Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
    GM1950124Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Reposition the knock sensor sleeve down, away from the knock sensor, if equipped.
  3. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the knock sensor.
  4. Fig 2: View Of Knock Sensor & Bolt
    GM1877015Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the knock sensor bolt and sensor.