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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 166 (ANTI-LOCK)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONWHEEL SPEED SENSOR (REAR)INSTALLATION
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Wheel Speed Sensor (Rear): Installation
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lexus ES 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Clean the contacting surface of the axle hub and a new speed sensor. Make sure the sensor rotor is clean.
- Place the speed sensor on the axle hub so that the connector is positioned correctly. See Fig 1.
- Using special tools (09830-36010), (09950-60010), (09951-00650), (09950-70010) and (09951-07100) and a press, install the speed control sensor to the axle hub. Do not tap the speed sensor with a hammer. Press in the speed sensor straight and slowly. See Fig 2.
- Install the rear axle hub and bearing assembly with the 4 bolts and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install rear disc and brake caliper assembly. See DISC article.
- Connect speed control sensor wire.
- Install rear wheel and tighten lug nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Check and adjust wheel alignment. See ALIGNMENT SPEICIFCATIONS & PROCEDURES article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT.
- Check ABS speed sensor signal. See SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL CHECK .
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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.