Q: How to replace the Knock Sensor (KS) on Chevrolet Colorado?
A: Begin KS replacement by elevating the vehicle only enough to reach the sensor through the wheelhouse and afterward remove the left wheelhouse liner. Engine wiring harness electrical connector must be removed from the Knock Sensor before you can extract the KS from the engine block. Attach the KS to its mounting position in the engine block so the electrical terminals stay oriented toward the rear while exerting 25 N.m (18 lb ft) torque on the knock sensor (KS) bolt. Reconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector to the KS while also reinstalling the left wheelhouse liner and lowering the vehicle.
Q: How to replace the Knock Sensor (KS) on Chevrolet Malibu?
A: The procedure starts by recording the preset radio station followed by turning the ignition off and disconnecting the negative Battery Cable. Start by disconnecting the ks harness connector after you slide a flat-bladed screwdriver under the ks connector to free it from the retaining clip. Insert the ks pigtail connector with retaining clip into the Intake Manifold hole taking care of direction. Alternatively slide the pigtail over the retaining clip from its top position. Replace the new ks pigtail connector retaining clip on the Intake Manifold by using a push pin removal tool to extract the old one. Check that the ks harness connector connects securely by applying force to the back of the harness. Fix the ks in its 9 o'clock position then bolt it down while making sure the engine block receives the ks's bigger metal contact area to prevent dtc p0325. After installing the new ks pigtail connector retaining clip you should fasten the Knock Sensor-to-engine block bolt to 25 n.m (18 lb ft) and reconnect the negative Battery Cable then secure the battery terminal bolts to 17 n.m (13 lb ft). The last step includes resetting the clock and preset radio stations.
Q: How to Replace a Knock Sensor on Chevrolet S10?
A: To reflect the Knock Sensor (KS), go ahead and unplug the negative Battery Cable first. Next pull off the Distributor and fuel pipes and disconnect the Knock Sensor knock harness connector. The Knock Sensor retaining bolt and Knock Sensor should be removed. Installation: start by installing the Knock Sensor and bolt and ensure that the sensor has been tightened in 25 n.m (18 lb ft). Then join the Knock Sensor harness connector, reinstall the pipe and Distributor, and reconnect the negative Battery Cable last.