Knock sensor replacement 96 impreza

[Andrew.Page]

Hi,

I need to replace the knock sensor on my 96 impreza. Haynes says to
take off the intake manifold and half of the engine with it. I think I
can see the sensor bolted to the block under the throttle assembly, and
that I could just whip out the old sensor without taking anything else
off. Am I dumb or am I saving myself a lot of time?

Cheers,
Andrew.

 

[Carl 1 Lucky Texan]

Hi,

I need to replace the knock sensor on my 96 impreza. Haynes says to
take off the intake manifold and half of the engine with it. I think I
can see the sensor bolted to the block under the throttle assembly, and
that I could just whip out the old sensor without taking anything else
off. Am I dumb or am I saving myself a lot of time?

Cheers,
Andrew.

At www.ultimatesubaru.net I've read of several people replacing that
sensor. I don't recall anyone removing the manifold - though it may
require a little creativity in tool selection.

I dunno

Carl

 

[Dmitriy]

I did mine a bit ago, no need to remove the manifold, it should be a
clear shot from the top, just need a long extension. The sensor is a
black plastic piece with a bolt to the block going through it and a
wire connecting to it. Should be an easy replacement - just don't
overtighten!

 

[Andrew.Page]

Thanks for posting guys - I'll get the part and get right on it.
Andrew.