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HOMESERVICE MANUALSLINCOLN1996CONTINENTAL V8-4.6L DOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSKNOCK SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1996 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHC
Knock Sensor: Service and Repair
1996 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHCSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. Remove the intake manifolds.
NOTE: The Knock Sensor (KS) is located on top of the cylinder block, under the intake manifolds.
2. Disconnect engine control sensor wiring from the knock sensor.
3. Remove knock sensor from the cylinder block.
4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten knock sensor to 29-39 Nm (21-28 lb ft).
1. Remove the intake manifolds.
NOTE: The Knock Sensor (KS) is located on top of the cylinder block, under the intake manifolds.
2. Disconnect engine control sensor wiring from the knock sensor.
3. Remove knock sensor from the cylinder block.
4. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten knock sensor to 29-39 Nm (21-28 lb ft).
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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.