Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in the Preface section.
- Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable hoist. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
- Disconnect the front wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the retaining bolt.
Important: If the sensor locating pin breaks off and remains in the knuckle during removal,
proceed as follows:
- Remove the brake rotor. Refer to
Brake Rotor Replacement
and remove the broken pin using a blunt punch.
- Clean the hole using sand paper wrapped around a screwdriver or other
suitable tool. Never attempt to enlarge the hole.
- Remove the front wheel speed sensor. If the sensor will not slide out of the
knuckle, remove the brake rotor. Refer to
Brake Rotor Replacement
and use a blunt punch or equivalent tool in order to push the sensor
from the back side of the knuckle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the front wheel speed sensor to the steering knuckle.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the retaining bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the retaining bolt to 12 N·m (107 lb in).
- Connect the front wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Perform the
Diagnostic System Check - ABS
.