Sensor-Front Wheel Speed: Removal

NOTE: Before proceeding, (Refer to BRAKES - WARNING) and (Refer to BRAKES - CAUTION) .

Raise and support the vehicle. (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/HOISTING - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .

Fig 1: Right WSS Connector At Frame
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Right side sensor - Disconnect the wheel speed sensor cable connector (1) from the wiring harness on the inside of the frame rail above the front suspension crossmember. The connector has a locking tab which must be pulled back before the connector release tab can be depressed, releasing the connection.

Fig 2: Left WSS Connector At Frame
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Left side sensor - Disconnect the wheel speed sensor cable connector (5) from the wiring harness on the inside of the frame rail above the front suspension crossmember. The connector has a locking tab which must be pulled back before the connector release tab can be depressed, releasing the connection.
Left side sensor - Remove the speed sensor cable routing clips (4) from the brake tube (2) on the inside of and under the frame rail (3).

Fig 3: Wheel Speed Sensor At Front Flex Hose Bracket
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Remove the wheel speed sensor cable (3) from the retainer on the brake hose bracket (2) mounted to the frame rail (6).

Fig 4: Front Wheel Speed Sensor Mounting
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Remove the screw (3) fastening the wheel speed sensor (1) head to the knuckle (4).
CAUTION: When removing a wheel speed sensor from the knuckle, do not use pliers on the sensor head. This may damage the sensor head. If the sensor has seized, use a hammer and a punch to tap the edge of the sensor head ear, rocking the sensor side-to-side until free.
Carefully pull the sensor head with heat shield (2) out of the knuckle. Separate the shield from the sensor head.
Remove the screw (5) securing the wheel speed sensor routing bracket to the rear of the strut (6). Remove the wheel speed sensor (1) from the vehicle.