Kia Carens: Engine Control System / Knock Sensor (KS) Repair procedures

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual / Engine Control / Fuel System / Engine Control System / Knock Sensor (KS) Repair procedures

Removal

1.	Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) cable.

2.	Remove the intake manifold. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Intake manifold")

3.	Disconnect the injector connector (A).

4.	Remove the installation bolt (B), and then remove the sensor from the cylinder block.

Installation

•	Install the component with the specified torques.

•	Note that internal damage may occur when the component is dropped. If the component has been dropped, inspect before installing.

Installation is reverse of removal.

Knock sensor installation bolt:

18.6 ~ 24.5 N.m (1.9 ~ 2.5 kgf.m, 13.7 ~ 18.1 lb-ft)

Knock Sensor (KS) Schematic diagrams

Circuit Diagram (M/T) (A/T) ...

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