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I need Info & photos of how to replace the Knock Sensor wiring harness.

How much time and how hard is it to replace the wiring harness for the knock sensors on a 2004 5.3L Flex? How can i get the info. & photo's to do it myself?

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They sell the books for your vehicle at the parts store and I think it is called a Haynes Suburban, GMC Truck Repair Book cost between $14 to $20. That way you will have the pictures in front of you while you work. I am really not sure of the name of the book.

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