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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 931 (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM)WHEEL SPEED SENSOR FRONTREMOVAL

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Wheel Speed Sensor Front: Removal

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal

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

Access and remove front brake rotor. (Refer to DISC ).
Disconnect vehicle wiring harness from wheel speed sensor connector (Fig 1 ).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Vehicle Wiring Harness From Wheel Speed Sensor Connector
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Unclip wheel speed sensor connector from frame rail outer reinforcement, then open routing clip on reinforcement and remove cable (Fig 1 ).
Remove screw fastening wheel speed sensor routing bracket to strut assembly (Fig 2 ).

Fig 2: Removing Wheel Speed Sensor Mounting From Strut
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Open routing clip at knuckle and remove wheel speed sensor cable (Fig 3 ).
CAUTION: Prior to removal, clean area around sensor head to help prevent contaminants from entering bearing when sensor head is removed.
Remove screw fastening speed sensor head to hub and bearing (Fig 3 ).
Remove wheel speed sensor from hub and bearing.

Fig 3: Removing Sensor Mounting From Front Hub And Bearing
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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.