Knock Sensor Torque Specifications

2008-2013 Cadillac CTS 3.0L V6

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	18	13	—
Cover Bolts	18	13	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
Gasket Bolts	21	16	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	21	16	—
Gasket Surface Bolts	22	16	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	22	16	Clean mating surfaces
Knock Sensor	20	15	Torque critical for function
⚠️ Knock Sensor	20	15	Torque critical for function
Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—

The primary torque specification for knock sensor on a 2008-2013 Cadillac CTS is 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).

There are 16 torque specifications for knock sensor on the 2008-2013 Cadillac CTS 3.0L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.