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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009MALIBU V6-3.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSKNOCK SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIRKNOCK SENSOR REPLACEMENT - BANK 1
2009 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.6L
Knock Sensor Replacement - Bank 1
2009 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.6LSECTION Knock Sensor Replacement - Bank 1
Knock Sensor Replacement - Bank 1
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the exhaust manifold lower heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Lower Heat Shield Replacement (LY7) (Exhaust Manifold Lower Heat Shield Replacement).
2. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the bank 1 knock sensor.
3. Loosen the knock sensor bolt and remove the knock sensor.
Installation Procedure
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).
1. Position the knock sensor and tighten the knock sensor bolt to 23 Nm (17 lb ft).
2. Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the bank 1 knock sensor.
3. Instal the exhaust manifold lower heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Lower Heat Shield Replacement (LY7) (Exhaust Manifold Lower Heat Shield Replacement).
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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.