2001 Lexus IS 300FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Front Speed Sensor: Removal

  1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL 

    Torque: 103 N.m (1,050 kgf.cm, 76 ft.lbf) 

  2. DISCONNECT SPEED SENSOR CONNECTOR 
    1. Remove the engine under cover and fender liner.
    2. Disconnect the speed sensor connector.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Speed Sensor Connector
    G03146166Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  3. REMOVE SPEED SENSOR 
    1. LH side:

      Disconnect the harness clamp.

    2. Remove the resin clip and 2 clamp bolts holding the sensor harness to the body.

      Torque: 5.0 N.m (51 kgf.cm, 44 in..lbf) 

    3. Remove the bolt and speed sensor from the steering knuckle.

      Torque: 8.0 N.m (82 kgf.cm, 71 in..lbf) 

      Fig 2: Disconnecting Harness Clamp
      G03146167Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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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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