2008 Toyota Matrix Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Skid Control Sensor: Removal

HINT:

Replace the RH side by the same procedure as the LH side.

  1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL 
  2. REMOVE REAR BRAKE DRUM SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Drum Type) 
  3. REMOVE REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY LH (for Disc Type) 
  4. REMOVE REAR DISC (for Disc Type) 
  5. DISCONNECT SKID CONTROL SENSOR WIRE 
    1. Disconnect the skid control sensor wire connector from the skid control sensor.
    Fig 1: Identifying Skid Control Sensor Wire Connector
    G05194990Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  6. REMOVE REAR AXLE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
  7. REMOVE SKID CONTROL SENSOR 
    1. Mount the rear axle hub in a soft jaw vise.
      NOTE: Replace the axle hub assembly if it is dropped or a strong shock is given to it.
    2. Using a pin punch and hammer, drive out the 2 pins and remove the 2 attachments from SST.
    3. Using SST and 2 bolts (Diameter: 12 mm, pitch: 1.5 mm), remove the skid control sensor from the rear axle hub.

      SST 09520-00031 (09520-00040), 09521-00020, 09950-00020 

      NOTE:
      • If a damage is inflicted to the sensor rotor, replace the axle hub assembly.
      • Do not scratch the contacting surface of axle hub and speed sensor.
      Fig 2: Removing Skid Control Sensor From Rear Axle Hub
      G05235350Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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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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