Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2017 Chevrolet Traverse LS BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Removal Procedure
- If replacing the left front wheel speed sensor, remove the air cleaner element. Refer to Air Cleaner Element Replacement .
- If replacing the right front wheel speed sensor, disconnect and position aside the battery positive junction block cables. Refer to Battery Positive Junction Block Cable Replacement .
- Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector (1).
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Release the wheel speed sensor wire grommet (1) from the wheelhouse.
- Carefully pull the wheel speed sensor wire and connector (2) through the wheel house.
- Release the wheel speed sensor wire harness routing clip (3) from the wheel house.
- Release the wheel speed sensor wire harness routing clips (4) and (5) from the suspension strut.
Factory Service Tools
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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.