Knock Sensor 1 -G61-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING: Removing

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-- Disconnect the connector -2- from Knock Sensor 1 -G61-.

Fig 1: Locating Connectors

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-- Remove the coolant pump with thermostat. Refer to COOLANT THERMOSTAT HOUSING, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

NOTE:

The Knock Sensor 1 -G61- is located below the intake manifold behind the coolant pump.

-- Remove the Knock Sensor 1 -G61- -arrow-.

Fig 2: Locating Knock Sensor Bolt

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