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.
Removal (From 08/2009): Removal
HINT:
- Use the same procedure for the LH side and RH side.
- The following procedure is for the LH side.
- If the sensor rotor needs to be replaced, replace it together with the front drive shaft assembly.
- PRECAUTION (w/ Navigation System for HDD) NOTE:
After the power switch is turned off, the display and navigation module display (HDD navigation system) records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the power switch off, make sure to wait at least 60 seconds before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
- PRECAUTION (w/ Air Suspension) NOTE:
Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing. Refer to PRECAUTION .
- REMOVE REAR DECK FLOOR BOX . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 2
- DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL NOTE:
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected. Refer to INITIALIZATION .
- REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
- REMOVE FRONT SPEED SENSOR
- Using a screwdriver, turn the pins 90 degrees and remove the 2 pin hold clips.
HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
- Remove the 5 clips and 3 screws, and turn back the front fender liner.
- Disconnect the front speed sensor connector and remove the 2 clamps.
- Remove the bolt and No. 2 sensor clamp from the body.TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION
*1 No. 2 Sensor Clamp - Remove the bolt, No. 1 sensor clamp and front brake flexible hose together from the shock absorber assembly.TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION
*1 No. 1 Sensor Clamp *2 Front Brake Flexible Hose - Remove the bolt, resin clamp and front speed sensor.
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TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION*1 Resin Clamp NOTE:- Prevent foreign matter from attaching to the front speed sensor tip.
- Clean the speed sensor installation hole and the contact surfaces every time the front speed sensor is removed.
- Using a screwdriver, turn the pins 90 degrees and remove the 2 pin hold clips.
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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.