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.
Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor: Installation
- Be careful not to damage the sensor.
- Do not apply excessive force to the sensor harness.
- Securely install the sensor harness to the rear upper arm assembly bracket.
- Install the rear ABS wheel speed sensor.NOTE: Check the identification (mark) on the harness to make sure there is no warpage. Ref. to VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC)>General Description>SPECIFICATION .
Tightening Torque:
Rear ABS wheel speed sensor: 7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
- Install the rear wheels.
Tightening Torque:
Rear wheel: 120 N.m (12.2 kgf-m, 88.5 ft-lb)
- Lower the vehicle.
- Connect the battery ground terminal. Ref. to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
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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.
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