Where is the knock sensor located?

2018 CHEVROLET MALIBU
113,000 MILES • 1.5L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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FARRELL YABENY
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Can't seem to locate the knock sensor for this year model. Need help.
May 22, 2022 at 4:39 PM
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SQM
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Hello,

There are two knock sensors on this vehicle.
One is located on the passenger side of the engine, above the CV axle. The other one is located on the back of the engine below the cylinder head.
You will have to lift the vehicle to access them.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-knock-sensor-works

I have attached diagrams below for your reference.

Let me know of any questions.

Thank you.
May 22, 2022 at 4:52 PM
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NICKROSE
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I can only find the one above the CV axle?
Dec 8, 2023 at 1:29 PM
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STRAILER
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The other sensor is located above the alternator, you might need to remove it to access the knock sensor.
Dec 9, 2023 at 8:48 AM
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