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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA2010TL FWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLANTILOCK BRAKES / TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEMSWHEEL SPEED SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5L
Wheel Speed Sensor: Service and Repair
2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Service and Repair
Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement
Front
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), or press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF mode.
2. Remove the front wheel.
3. Release the clamp (A), then disconnect the wheel speed sensor connector (B).
4. Remove the bolts and the wheel speed sensor (C).
5. Install the wheel speed sensor in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Do not twist the sensor wires.
- If the wheel speed sensor comes in contact with the wheel bearing, it is faulty.
- Make sure there is no debris in the sensor mounting hole.
6. Start the engine, and make sure the ABS and the VSA indicators go off.
7. Test-drive the vehicle, and make sure the ABS and the VSA indicators do not come on.
Rear
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), or press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF mode.
2. Remove the rear wheel.
3. Release the clamp (A), then disconnect the wheel speed sensor connector (B).
4. Remove the clamps, the bolt, and the wheel speed sensor (C).
5. Install the wheel speed sensor in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Do not twist the sensor wires.
- If the wheel speed sensor comes in contact with the hub bearing unit, it is faulty.
- Make sure there is no debris in the sensor mounting hole.
- Lubricate the O-ring on the wheel speed sensor.
6. Start the engine, and make sure the ABS and the VSA indicators go off.
7. Test-drive the vehicle, and make sure the ABS and the VSA indicators do not come on.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.