Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolts & Shield

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Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
Remove the rear exhaust manifold heat shield bolts and shield.
Remove the right catalytic converter. Refer to REMOVAL PROCEDURE .

Fig 2: Disconnecting Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connector From Bank 1 Knock Sensor
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Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (2) from the bank 1 knock sensor.

Fig 3: Identifying Knock Sensor & Bolt (1 Of 2)
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Loosen the knock sensor bolt and remove the knock sensor.