Kia Cadenza YG: Engine Control System / Knock Sensor (KS) Repair procedures

Removal
[Knock Sensor #1 (Bank 1)]
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
2.
Disconnect the knock sensor connector (A).

3.
Remove the intake manifold.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Intake Manifold")
4.
Remove the installation bolt (A), and then remove the sensor from the cylinder block.

[Knock Sensor #2 (Bank 2)]
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
2.
Disconnect the knock sensor connector (A).

3.
Remove the intake manifold.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Intake Manifold")
4.
Remove the installation bolt (A), and then remove the sensor from the cylinder block.

Installation
   
Install the component with the specified torques.
Note that internal damage may occur when the component is dropped. In this case, use it after inspecting.
   
The sensor connector must be installed parallel to the direction of the engine.
1.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Knock sensor installation bolt:
15.7 ~ 23.5 N.m (1.6 ~ 2.4 kgf.m, 11.6 ~ 17.4 lb-ft)

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