Knock Sensor: Service and Repair

2010 Volkswagen Golf (5K1) L5-2.5L (CBTA)SECTION Service and Repair





Knock Sensor Overview

Two sensors are installed knock sensor 1 and knock sensor 2.






1 Cylinder Block

2 Locking Bolt

30 Nm

With a rolled seal.

The bore in the cylinder block is for locking the crankshaft with locking pin (T40069).

3 Knock Sensor 1 (G61)

Note the installed position: The wire connection points downward vertically.

4 Bolt

20 Nm

Tightening specification affects the function of the knock sensor.

5 Bolt

10 Nm

6 Cover

7 Plug

8 Wire Clip

Clamped on cover plate

9 Knock Sensor 2 (G66)

Note the installed position: The wire connection points 45° toward the right on the outside.

10 Wire Bracket

Bolted to Secondary Air Injection (AIR) valve.

11 Connector

Green for the knock sensor 1.

Installed position, refer to => [ Installed Position of the Knock Sensor Connectors ].

Contacts are gold plated.

12 Connector

Gray for the knock sensor 2.

Installed position, refer to => [ Installed Position of the Knock Sensor Connectors ].

Contacts are gold plated.

Installed Position of the Knock Sensor Connectors





1. Green for knock sensor 1

2. Gray for knock sensor 2


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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.