Wheel Sensor Front, Replacing

2004 Volvo V70 L5-2.5L Turbo VIN 59 B5254T2SECTION Wheel Sensor Front, Replacing





Wheel sensor front, replacing

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Preparatory work

Raise the vehicle. Remove the front wheels.

Replacement

ABS sensor front, replacing

Note! The work must be carried out on both sides unless otherwise indicated in the heading.




Clean the sensor seat using a soft brush. Blow clean.

Remove:
- the screw for the sensor
- the cable from the brackets and the clip.




Tape the connector for the new sensor to the old sensor.
Lower the car.

Removing the cable duct, right-hand side




Disconnect the connector for the sensor.
Disconnect the cable duct from the torque rod bracket by carefully prying it off.

Replacing sensor cable, right-hand side




Pull up the sensor together with the cable duct so that the new sensor connector can be connected.

Remove:
- the tape. Connect the connector
- the old sensor cable from the cable duct.

Install:
- the new sensor cable in the cable duct. Use a new tie strap
- the cable duct on the torque rod bracket.

Removing the air cleaner (ACL) housing, left-hand side




Remove the air cleaner (ACL) housing.

Remove:
- the 2 screws (1)
- the inlet hose
- the hose clamp (2)
- the connector (3)
- the tie strap for the cable.
Remove the turbocharger (TC) control valve from the air cleaner (ACL) housing

Remove:
- the plastic nut on the wheel arch side
- the air cleaner (ACL) housing.

Replacing sensor cable, left-hand side




Insert a hand under the fuse box. Disconnect the cable from the clips on the brake cable.
Pull up the sensor until the connector for the new cable is up.
Remove the tape and connect the connector.
Install the cable in the clips on the brake cable.

Caution! The yellow markings on the cables must be in the clip.

Raise the car.

Installation

Note! For tightening torques, see: Tightening torque Tightening Torque.

Installing the sensor and the cable





Install:
- the cable in the clip and the brackets
- the sensor in the wheel spindle. Tighten. See: Tightening torque Tightening Torque.

Fitting the wheel
Install the wheels. See: Installing wheels Service and Repair.

Installing the air cleaner (ACL) housing




Install the air cleaner (ACL) housing. Check that the hoses are not trapped under the air cleaner (ACL) housing.

Install:
- the plastic nut on the wheel arch side
- the inlet hose using the hose clamp (2)
- the connector (3)
- the cable using the new cable tie to the air cleaner (ACL) housing
- the turbocharger (TC) control valve on the air cleaner (ACL) housing
- the inlet hose with the 2 screws (1).

Finishing

Function testing after replacement
Read off any diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).
Erase diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).
Ignition off.
Start the engine. Check that the stop (brake) warning lamp does not light. If the stop (brake) warning lamp lights, the car must not be driven.

Test driving
Test drive the vehicle. See: Test Drive Form (ABS), description Test Drive Form (ABS), Description.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.