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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012FLEX AWD V6-3.5L TURBOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSSENSORS AND SWITCHES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSKNOCK SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Ford Flex AWD V6-3.5L Turbo
Knock Sensor: Service and Repair
2012 Ford Flex AWD V6-3.5L TurboSECTION Service and Repair
Knock Sensor (KS) - 3.5L GTDI
NOTE: LH cylinder head removed from art for clarity.
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the coolant inlet pipe.
2. Remove the fuel rail.
3. Disconnect the Knock Sensor (KS) electrical connector.
4. Remove the 2 bolts and the KS (Knock Sensor).
- To install, tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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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.