ABS/TCS - Wheel Speed Sensor Removal Tips
TSB 04-23-211/29/04
WHEEL SPEED SENSOR REMOVAL TIP
FORD:
2001-2005 Escape
2005 Escape Hybrid
MERCURY:
2005 Mariner
ISSUE
When servicing the wheel speed sensors on a 2001-2005 Escape or 2005 Mariner and Escape Hybrid, care must be taken during removal to prevent damage. The wheel speed sensor wire has a body plug attached to it. This plug can be damaged if not removed correctly, such as removal for pinpoint testing. If the body plug is damaged, sensor replacement may be necessary even though the sensor is functional in all other respects.
ACTION
When removing the body plug, rotate the plug into a position which allows the use of a small screwdriver to release the tabs on the underside of the body plug. These two tabs are at right angles (directly above and below) to the sensor wire. See Figures 1 and 2 for reference.
WARRANTY STATUS: Information Only
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