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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012SONIC L4-1.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSSENSORS AND SWITCHES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSKNOCK SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Chevrolet Sonic L4-1.8L
Knock Sensor: Service and Repair
2012 Chevrolet Sonic L4-1.8LSECTION Service and Repair
Knock Sensor Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
2. Remove the 2 intake manifold bracket bolts (2, 3).
3. Unclip the wiring harness.
4. Remove the intake manifold bracket (1).
5. Remove the sensor bolt (1).
6. Disconnect the electrical wiring harness connector.
7. Remove the knock sensor (2) from the bracket (3).
Installation Procedure
1. Install the knock sensor (2) to the bracket (3).
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution
2. Install the sensor bolt (1) and tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).
3. Connect the electrical wiring harness connector.
4. Install the intake manifold bracket (1).
5. Clip in the wiring harness to the bracket.
6. Install the 2 intake manifold bracket bolts (2, 3) and tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb in).
7. Connect the negative cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
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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.