Where is the knock sensor located and how do you remove and install it on Subaru Forester?

The knock sensor is situated below the intake manifold, upon the top of the engine block, to one side of the centre line of casings and near its rear end. For removal of the knock sensor, first take off the engine cover and disconnect a wire from its negative terminal. As for turbocharged models, remove them also from intercooler connections. For knocking sensor electrical connector disconnection push release tab and separate these two halves. See how it is placed before taking off and make a marking on an engine block where this pigtail is found. Take out this knock sensor retaining bolt then pull out this knock sensor. To fit in a new knock sensor reverse back with previous steps ensuring that tightening torque amount is recommended by manufacturer for particular vehicle model.

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Subaru Forester Knock Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 22060AA140
$90.56 MSRP: $131.25
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- Other Name: Sensor Assembly-Knock; Knock Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2013 Subaru Forester | Forester Sports, L.L.Bean, X, X Limited, XS, XT, XT Limited | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 DOHC Turbo, 2.5L H4 SOHC, 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Forester Knock Sensor
Part Number: 22060AA070
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- Other Name: Sensor Assembly-Knock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2002 Subaru Forester | Base, L, S | 2.5L H4 SOHC
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Subaru Forester Knock Sensor
Part Number: 22060AA061
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- Other Name: Sensor Assembly-Knock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998 Subaru Forester | Base, L, S | 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 DOHC (New EVAPO)
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Subaru Forester Knock Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 22060AA180
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- Other Name: Sensor Assembly-Knock
- Replaces: 22060AA160
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2021 Subaru Forester | 2.0XT Premium, 2.0XT Touring, 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Touring, Base, Limited, Premium, Sport, Touring, X, X Limited, X Premium | 2.0L H4, 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 DOHC
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Subaru Forester Knock Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 22060AA160
$137.34 MSRP: $199.05
You Save: $61.71 (31%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assembly-Knock; Knock Sensor
- Replaced by: 22060AA180
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2017 Subaru Forester | 2.0XT Premium, 2.0XT Touring, 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Touring, X, X Limited, X Premium | 2.0L H4, 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 DOHC
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Subaru Forester Knock Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 22060AA100
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- Other Name: Sensor Assembly-Knock; Knock Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2004 Subaru Forester | X, XS | 2.5L H4
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Subaru Forester Knock Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 22060AA111
$95.75 MSRP: $138.77
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assembly-Knock; Knock Sensor
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2005 Subaru Forester | L.L.Bean, X, XS, XT | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Forester Knock Sensory Assembly
Part Number: 22060AA170
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- Other Name: Sensor Assembly-Knock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2017-2018 Subaru Forester | 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Touring | 2.5L H4

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Subaru Forester Knock Sensor Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Knock Sensor Assembly
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Q: Where is the knock sensor located and how do you remove and install it on Subaru Forester?
A: The knock sensor is situated below the intake manifold, upon the top of the engine block, to one side of the centre line of casings and near its rear end. For removal of the knock sensor, first take off the engine cover and disconnect a wire from its negative terminal. As for turbocharged models, remove them also from intercooler connections. For knocking sensor electrical connector disconnection push release tab and separate these two halves. See how it is placed before taking off and make a marking on an engine block where this pigtail is found. Take out this knock sensor retaining bolt then pull out this knock sensor. To fit in a new knock sensor reverse back with previous steps ensuring that tightening torque amount is recommended by manufacturer for particular vehicle model.