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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Speed Sensor
    GM748580Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The new speed sensor will have a new O-ring. Dispose of the old O-ring. Lubricate the new O-ring lightly with bearing grease prior to installation. You may also lubricate the sensor just above and below the new O-ring. DO NOT lubricate the bore.
  1. Install the speed sensor into the hub and bearing assembly.
  2. Fig 2: Locating Wheel Speed Sensor Mounting Screw
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    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the speed sensor mounting screw.

    Tighten:  Tighten the speed sensor mounting screw to 17 N.m (12 lb ft).

  4. Fig 3: Locating Connector
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  5. Reconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
  6. Fig 4: Identifying Wheel Speed Sensor Wiring Harness
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    IMPORTANT: The new speed sensor has new mounting clips already installed on the wire. DO NOT reuse the old clips.
  7. Install wheel speed sensor wiring harness to the frame and control arm.
  8. Fig 5: Brake Rotor Removed From Hub
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  9. Install the brake rotor. Refer to INSTALLATION in Disc Brake.
  10. Install tire and wheel. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.