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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2004MONTE CARLO V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSKNOCK SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIRKNOCK SENSOR (KS) 2 REPLACEMENT
2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN K
Knock Sensor (KS) 2 Replacement
2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Knock Sensor (KS) 2 Replacement
KNOCK SENSOR (KS) 2 REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Hot engine coolant may cause severe burns. Although the cooling system has been drained, coolant still remains in the engine water jacket. This coolant will drain with the removal of the knock sensor.
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Cooling System.
3. Remove the bolts (2) from the knock sensor heat shield (1).
4. Disconnect the knock sensor electrical connector (3) from the knock sensor.
5. Remove the knock sensor (4).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT apply thread sealant to sensor threads. The sensor is coated at factory and applying additional sealant will affect the sensors ability to detect detonation.
1. Install the knock sensor (4).
Tighten
Tighten the knock sensor to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
2. Install the knock sensor heat shield.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
3. Connect the knock sensor electrical connector.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Cooling System.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Hot engine coolant may cause severe burns. Although the cooling system has been drained, coolant still remains in the engine water jacket. This coolant will drain with the removal of the knock sensor.
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Cooling System.
3. Remove the bolts (2) from the knock sensor heat shield (1).
4. Disconnect the knock sensor electrical connector (3) from the knock sensor.
5. Remove the knock sensor (4).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT apply thread sealant to sensor threads. The sensor is coated at factory and applying additional sealant will affect the sensors ability to detect detonation.
1. Install the knock sensor (4).
Tighten
Tighten the knock sensor to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
2. Install the knock sensor heat shield.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
3. Connect the knock sensor electrical connector.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Cooling System.
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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.