Removal (Camry Solara)
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- Knock sensor is located on side of cylinder block. See Figure. Manufacturer states to remove engine with transaxle for access to knock sensor. See appropriate article in ENGINES.
- Disconnect necessary hoses for removal of intake manifold with throttle body. Remove engine wiring harness from engine wiring harness clamp. Remove bolts/nuts, engine wiring harness brackets, intake manifold with throttle body, gasket and intake manifold insulator. See Figure. Using Socket (SST 09816-30010), remove knock sensor from cylinder block.