OEM 2009 Toyota Matrix Knock Sensor

2009 Toyota Matrix Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to install the knock sensor and related components on 2009 Toyota Matrix?

  A: First secure the knock sensor with its nut while using 20 Nm (204 kgf-cm, 15 ft-lbf) torque before connecting the sensor connector. Next, install the No. 1 intake manifold insulator. Then put a new gasket on the intake manifold before securing it using 5 bolts and 2 nuts while connecting the wire harness clamp at a torque of 30 Nm (306 kgf-cm, 22 ft-lbf). Finally, install the fuel delivery pipe First install the No. 1 intake manifold insulator before placing a new gasket on the intake manifold while securing it with 5 bolts and 2 nuts that must be fastened with a torque of 30 Nm (306 kgf-cm, 22 ft-lbf) and the wire harness clamp. You should install the union between the check valve hose and ventilation hose. After hooking up the fuel delivery pipe sub-assembly with the fuel tube sub-assembly, proceed to install the connected fuel tube sub-assembly. Proceed to install the throttle body assembly before installing the suspension tower damper assembly with its front strut bar. Mount the outer cowl top panel followed by the windshield wiper motor with links and both ventilator louvers for left and right sides. Place the hood cowl top seal before installing front wiper blades and right and left side wiper arms together with the wiper arm head caps. After installation of the air cleaner cap sub-assembly which includes a hose the technician should add engine coolant before inspecting for fuel and coolant leaks. The last step involves the installation of the No. 1 engine cover sub-assembly.