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.
Rear Wheel Speed Sensor (WSS): Removal
1999 Chrysler LHSSECTION Removal
- Remove rear seat cushions and seat backs. Disconnect rear WSS electrical connector from vehicle wiring harness.
- Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear wheel. Carefully remove grommet from floor pan with end of cable which attaches to wiring harness. Remove WSS cable from routing bracket on strut tower flange.CAUTION: If rear WSS is stuck in brake caliper adapter plate, use a hammer and soft drift to lightly tap on each side of WSS near bolt area to rotate WSS back and forth until WSS can be removed. DO NOT use pliers to pull WSS from brake caliper adapter plate.
- Remove rear WSS-to-brake caliper adapter plate bolt. Carefully remove rear WSS from brake caliper adapter. Remove remaining brackets for rear WSS wiring harness.
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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.