Front Wheel Speed Sensor: Removal
- Raise vehicle, and remove wheel and tire assembly. Remove sensor-to-fender shield screw and bushing clip. See Figure. Carefully pull sensor assembly bushing from fender shield. Unplug connector from harness. Remove retainer clips from bracket on strut. Remove bushings from retainer brackets.
- Remove sensor retaining screw. Carefully remove sensor from steering knuckle. If sensor is frozen, use a hammer and punch to lightly tap edge of sensor ear, rocking sensor from side to side until free. DO NOT use pliers.
CAUTION:
Proper installation of wheel speed sensor cables is critical to continued operation of system. Ensure cables are installed in retainers. Failure to install cables in retainers may cause contact with moving parts and/or over-extension of cables, resulting in open circuit.