Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Front Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

Warning:

Refer to Brake Dust Warning.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
3. Clean the wheel speed sensor mounting area on the steering knuckle of any accumulated dirt and debris.


4. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector (1) and release the connector from the vehicle body.


5. Release the wheel speed sensor harness grommets (1) from the brake hose brackets.


6. Remove the wheel speed sensor bolt (1).


7. Carefully remove the wheel speed sensor (1) from the steering knuckle by pulling the sensor straight upward using a slight twisting motion.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the wheel speed sensor (1) to the steering knuckle.



Caution:

Refer to Fastener Caution.

2. Install the wheel speed sensor bolt (1) and tighten to 8 Y (71 lb in)

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3. Install the wheel speed sensor harness grommets (1) to the brake hose brackets.


4. Connect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector (1) and install the connector to the vehicle body.
5. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
6. Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle.