Removal and Installation

2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION Removal and Installation
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING -- ESCAPE, ESCAPE HYBRID, MARINER & MARINER HYBRID .
  2. NOTE: The electrical connector is located in the engine compartment.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  4. NOTE: Care must be taken during the removal of the grommet to prevent damage. If the grommet is damaged, a new sensor may need to be installed, even though the sensor is functional in all other aspects.
  5. Remove the grommet from the body.
    • When removing the body grommet, rotate the grommet into a position which allows the use of a small screwdriver to release the tabs on the underside of the body grommet. These 2 tabs are located at right angles to the sensor wire.
      Fig 1: Locating Tabs And Right Angles To Sensor Wire
      G06094607Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the front wheel speed sensor harness from the retainer.
  7. Remove the front wheel speed sensor harness-to-body bolt.
    • To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  8. Remove the front wheel speed sensor harness-to-strut bracket bolt.
    • To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
  9. Remove the front wheel speed sensor bolt from the wheel knuckle.
    • To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  10. NOTE: Clean off any foreign material that may have collected around the sensor before removal.
  11. Remove the front wheel speed sensor.
  12. NOTE: Thoroughly clean the mounting surface.
  13. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.