Removal (4.8L, 5.3L & 6.0L)

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NOTE: The 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L have 2 knock sensors, located under intake manifold.

Remove the intake manifold. See INTAKE MANIFOLD under AIR INDUCTION SYSTEMS. Gently pry up the knock sensor rubber covers. See Fig 1. Disconnect knock sensor harness connectors. Remove knock sensors. See Fig 2.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Knock Sensor Harness Connectors (4.8L, 5.3L & 6.0L)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Fig 2: Locating Knock Sensors (4.8L, 5.3L & 6.0L)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.