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12 14 600 Removing/replacing knock sensors (N55 Hybrid)

WARNING: High-voltage system - danger to life!

The following points must be strictly observed prior to starting work: 

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Recycling: 

Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached.

Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.

Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Unlock connector (1) and remove.

Fig 1: Identifying Connector
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Release screws on both knock sensors (1) and remove knock sensors (1).

Tightening torque 13 62 3AZ .

Fig 2: Locating Knock Sensors
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Installation note: 

Clean contact surface of knock sensors on engine block.

Fig 3: Cleaning Contact Surface Of Knock Sensors On Engine Block
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NOTE: Reassemble the vehicle.

Check stored fault messages.

Clear diagnostic fault entries from fault memory.