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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998ASTRO VAN 2WD V6-4.3L VIN WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMKNOCK SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1998 Chevrolet Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN W
Knock Sensor: Service and Repair
1998 Chevrolet Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN WSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
NOTE: The knock sensor is located on the top rear of the engine.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the wiring harness connector from knock sensor.
3. Remove the knock sensor from the rear of the engine.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the knock sensor.
Tighten
^ Tighten to 19 Nm (14 lb. ft.).
2. Connect the negative battery cable.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.