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2001 Lexus GS 300FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Front Speed Sensor: Removal

REMOVE FRONT WHEEL.
1. Torque: 103 N.m (1,050 kgf.cm, 76 ft.lbf)
DISCONNECT SPEED SENSOR CONNECTOR.

Fig 1: Locating Front Speed Sensor Connector
Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
REMOVE SPEED SENSOR.
1. Remove the resin clip and 2 clamp bolts holding the sensor harness to the body.
  1. Torque: 5.0 N.m (51 kgf.cm, 44 in.lbf)
2. Remove the bolt and speed sensor from the steering knuckle.
  1. Torque: 8.0 N.m (82 kgf.cm, 71 in.lbf)
  Fig 2: Identifying Front Speed Sensor Location
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

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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.

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