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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1375163  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the variable intake system (VIS) vacuum tank. Refer to Intake Manifold Tuning Valve Vacuum Reservoir Replacement.

  3. Object Number: 1375330  Size: SH
  4. Remove the wiring harness from the support bracket.

  5. Object Number: 1375334  Size: SH
  6. Disconnect the knock sensor wiring harness connector.
  7. Remove the knock sensor.

Installation Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1375336  Size: SH
  1. Install the knock sensor and tighten the retaining bolt to 19 N·m (14 lb ft).
  2. Connect the knock sensor wiring harness connector.

  3. Object Number: 1375330  Size: SH
  4. Install the wiring harness to the support bracket.

  5. Object Number: 1375175  Size: SH
  6. Install the VIS vacuum tank and tighten the retaining bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in). Refer to Intake Manifold Tuning Valve Vacuum Reservoir Replacement.
  7. Connect the negative battery cable.