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REAR SPEED SENSOR (for 2WD): Installation
HINT:
- Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
- The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
- If the sensor rotor needs to be replaced, replace it together with the rear axle hub and bearing assembly with rear speed sensor.
- INSTALL REAR SPEED SENSOR
- Clean the contact surface between the rear axle hub and bearing assembly and a new rear speed sensor.NOTE: Prevent foreign matter from attaching to the sensor rotor.
- Place the rear speed sensor on the rear axle hub and bearing assembly so that the connector is positioned at the bottom when the sensor is installed on the vehicle.
- Using SST, steel plates and a press, install a new speed sensor to the rear axle hub and bearing assembly.
SST 09214-76011
NOTE:- Keep the rear speed sensor away from magnets.
- Do not use a hammer to install the rear speed sensor.
- Check that there is no foreign matter such as iron chips on the detecting portion of the rear speed sensor.
- Slowly press the rear speed sensor in straight.
- Clean the contact surface between the rear axle hub and bearing assembly and a new rear speed sensor.
- INSTALL REAR AXLE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY WITH REAR SPEED SENSOR (for Torsion Beam Type Suspension) (See INSTALLATION )
- INSTALL REAR AXLE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY WITH REAR SPEED SENSOR (for Double Wishbone Type Suspension) (See INSTALLATION )
- INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB BEARING LOOSENESS (for Double Wishbone Type Suspension) (See REMOVAL )
- INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB RUNOUT (for Double Wishbone Type Suspension) (See REMOVAL )
- INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB BEARING LOOSENESS (for Torsion Beam Type Suspension) (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION )
- INSPECT REAR AXLE HUB RUNOUT (for Torsion Beam Type Suspension) (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION )
- INSTALL REAR DISC (for Double Wishbone Type Suspension) (See REASSEMBLY )
- INSTALL REAR DISC (for Torsion Beam Type Suspension) (See INSTALLATION )
- INSTALL REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY (for Torsion Beam Type Suspension) (See REPLACEMENT )
- INSTALL REAR DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY (for Double Wishbone Type Suspension) (See REPLACEMENT )
- CONNECT NO. 3 PARKING BRAKE CABLE ASSEMBLY (for Torsion Beam Type Suspension) (See INSTALLATION )
- INSTALL PARKING BRAKE LEVER PROTECTOR (for Torsion Beam Type Suspension) (See INSTALLATION )
- CONNECT REAR SPEED SENSOR WIRE (for Torsion Beam Type Suspension)
- Connect the rear speed sensor wire connector to the rear speed sensor.
- CONNECT REAR SPEED SENSOR WIRE (for Double Wishbone Type Suspension)
- Connect the rear speed sensor wire connector to the rear speed sensor.
- INSPECT PARKING BRAKE LEVER TRAVEL (See PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM )
- ADJUST PARKING BRAKE LEVER TRAVEL (for Torsion Beam Type Suspension) (See PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM )
- INSPECT REAR DISC BRAKE CYLINDER OPERATION LEVER AND STOPPER CLEARANCE (for Torsion Beam Type Suspension) (See ADJUSTMENT )
- ADJUST PARKING BRAKE SHOE CLEARANCE AND PARKING BRAKE LEVER TRAVEL (for Double Wishbone Type Suspension) (See ADJUSTMENT )
- INSTALL REAR WHEEL
Torque: 103 N*m (1050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf)
- CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
- INSTALL FRONT UPPER CONSOLE BOX (for Torsion Beam Type Suspension) (See INSTALLATION )
- INSPECT BRAKE WARNING LIGHT
(See DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM )
- CHECK FOR SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL
HINT:
- w/o VSC (See TEST MODE PROCEDURE )
- w/ VSC (See TEST MODE PROCEDURE )
- INSPECT AND ADJUST REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT (for Double Wishbone Type Suspension)
HINT:
(See REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT (FOR DOUBLE WISHBONE TYPE SUSPENSION) ).
- INSPECT REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT (for Torsion Beam Type Suspension)
HINT:
(See REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT (FOR TORSION BEAM TYPE SUSPENSION) ).
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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.
