2004 Scion xA AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Speed Sensor Front LH: Replacement

HINT: 

Overhaul the RH following the same procedures as for the LH.

  1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL 
  2. REMOVE BATTERY 
  3. REMOVE SPEED SENSOR FRONT LH 
    1. Disconnect the speed sensor connector.
      Fig 1: Disconnecting Speed Sensor Connector
      G00754848Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the 2 clamp bolts holding the speed sensor wire harness from the body and the shock absorber.
    3. Disconnect the resin clip and the speed sensor wire harness from the shock absorber.
      Fig 2: Disconnecting Resin Clip And Speed Sensor Wire Harness From Shock Absorber
      G00754849Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Remove the bolt and the speed sensor front LH.
    NOTE: Prevent foreign matter from attaching to the sensor tip.
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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.
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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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