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Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement (Rear)





REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the wheel speed sensor connector (2).
2. Remove the lower strut attaching nuts and bolts (4).
3. Clean all dirt and debris from sensor housing/sensor interface area.
4. Use J 39860 in order to remove the mounting screws (3).

Important:
^ Do not allow debris to enter the bearing when the sensor is removed.
^ Do not add lubricant to the bearing through the sensor housing opening. The bearing is lubricated for the life of the vehicle.
^ Do not clean grease from tooted sensor ring. Grease does not affect the sensor operation.

5. Remove the sensor.





INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Lubricate new sensor O-ring and install the sensor to the housing.
2. Install the mounting screws in spiral pattern (3).
^ Tighten the screws to 2.8 Nm (25 inch lbs.)

3. Install the lower strut attaching the nuts and bolts (4).
^ Tighten the nut to 190 Nm (140 ft. lbs.).

4. Install the wheel speed sensor connector (2).