Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear: Removal

NOTE: Before proceeding, review Warnings and Cautions. (Refer to - WARNING ) (Refer to CAUTION ).

Raise vehicle.
Remove wheel and tire assembly. (Refer to - REMOVAL )
Disconnect vehicle wiring harness from wheel speed sensor wiring connector at frame rail.
Remove fastener clip securing sensor connector to frame rail.
Open routing clips along parking brake cable and remove sensor harness.
Remove bolt fastening sensor head to knuckle (Fig 1 ).
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.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
Carefully remove sensor head from knuckle.