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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
  2. Gently pry up the rubber covers.
  3. Disconnect the knock sensor electrical connectors.
  4. Fig 1: View Of Rubber Covers
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  5. Remove the knock sensors.
  6. Fig 2: View Of Knock Sensors
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  7. Remove the engine valley cover bolts.
  8. Remove the engine valley cover and gasket.
  9. Discard the old gasket.
  10. Fig 3: View Of Engine Valley Cover, Gasket & Bolts
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  11. Remove the knock sensor oil seals (1) from the cover (2).
  12. Fig 4: View Of Knock Sensor Oil Seals & Cover
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  13. If required, clean and inspect the engine valley cover. Refer to Engine Valley Cover Cleaning and Inspection .