Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement - Front

WHEEL SPEED SENSOR REPLACEMENT - FRONT

CAUTION: REFER TO BRAKE DUST CAUTION IN SERVICE PRECAUTIONS.

Removal Procedure




1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the brake rotor.
4. Remove the WSS cable mounting clip from the knuckle.
5. Remove the WSS cable mounting clip from the upper control arm.
6. Remove the WSS cable mounting clip from the frame attachment point.
7. Disconnect the WSS cable electrical connector.




8. Remove the wheel speed sensor (WSS) mounting bolt.

NOTE: Carefully remove the sensor by pulling it straight out to the bore. DO NOT use a screwdriver, or other device to pry the sensor out of the bore. Prying will cause the sensor body to break off in the bore.

9. Remove the wheel speed sensor (5) from the hub/bearing assembly (4).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the WSS (5) into the hub/bearing assembly (4).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the WSS mounting bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the WSS mounting bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).




3. Install the WSS cable mounting clip to the knuckle.
4. Install the WSS cable mounting clip to the upper control arm.
5. Install the WSS cable mounting clip to the frame attachment point.
6. Connect the WSS cable electrical connector.
7. Install the brake rotor.
8. Install the tire and wheel.
9. Return to Diagnostic Starting Point - Antilock Brake System.