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Removal and Installation

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  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  2. Disconnect the knock sensor (KS) electrical connector.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Knock Sensor Electrical Connector
    G03275358Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. NOTE: The KS is a one-time use item and, if serviced, a new one must be installed.
    Fig 2: Removing KS
    G03275359Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the bolt and remove and discard the KS.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Install a new KS.