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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2011MARINER PREMIER, 2.5 7, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BRAKESANTI-LOCK BRAKESANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM - VEHICLE DYNAMIC SYSTEMREMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONWHEEL SPEED SENSOR - REARREMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

2011 Mercury Mariner Premier, 2.5 7, AWD

Removal and Installation

2011 Mercury Mariner Premier, 2.5 7, AWDSECTION Removal and Installation

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.

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.

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 grommet. These 2 tabs are located at right angles to the sensor wire.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Body Grommet Tabs
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Disconnect the rear wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
Remove the rear wheel speed sensor harness from the harness retainer.
Remove the 3 rear wheel speed sensor harness bolts.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).

NOTE: Clean off any debris that may have collected around the sensor before removal.

Remove the rear wheel speed sensor bolt from the wheel knuckle.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
Remove the rear wheel speed sensor.

NOTE: Thoroughly clean the mounting surface.

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:

• 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.