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Removal Procedure

Fig 1: Removing Front Wheel Speed Sensor
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CAUTION: Refer to BRAKE DUST CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable hoist. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
  2. Disconnect the front wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
  3. Remove the retaining bolt.
    IMPORTANT: If the sensor locating pin breaks off and remains in the knuckle during removal, proceed as follows:
    1. Remove the brake rotor. Refer to BRAKE ROTOR and remove the broken pin using a blunt punch.
    2. Clean the hole using sand paper wrapped around a screwdriver or other suitable tool. Never attempt to enlarge the hole.
  4. Remove the front wheel speed sensor. If the sensor will not slide out of the knuckle, remove the brake rotor. Refer to BRAKE ROTOR and use a blunt punch or equivalent tool in order to push the sensor from the back side of the knuckle.