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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1029 (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM)FRONT SPEED SENSORREPLACEMENT

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Front Speed Sensor: Replacement

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Toyota Prius. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER
REMOVE FRONT SPEED SENSOR
1. Disconnect the connector of the speed sensor front LH.
  
  Fig 1: Disconnecting Connector Of Speed Sensor Front LH
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2. Remove the bolt A and the bolt B. Remove the speed sensor front clamps from the body and front shock absorber.
  HINT:
  
  The bolt B is tightened together with the brake flexible hose clamp.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Bolt A And Bolt B
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3. Remove the clip from the front shock absorber.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Clip From Front Shock Absorber
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4. Remove the bolt and speed sensor front.
NOTE: Do not attach any foreign matter to the tip or connecting portion of the speed sensor front.
INSTALL FRONT SPEED SENSOR
NOTE: Do not twist the speed sensor front wire harnesses during installation.
1. Install the speed sensor front with the bolt.
  1. Torque: 8.0 N.m (82 kgf.cm, 71 in..lbf)
  Fig 4: Installing Speed Sensor Front
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RENDER: 1.0x

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