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Removal Procedure

WARNING:

Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the rear wheelhouse panel liner. Refer to Rear Wheelhouse Panel Liner Replacement .
  4. Clean the wheel speed sensor mounting area on the suspension knuckle of any accumulated dirt and debris.
  5. Fig 1: Shock Absorber Electrical Connector
    GM2330163Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Disconnect the shock absorber electrical connector (1), if equipped.
  7. Fig 2: Wheel Speed Sensor Harness Clips And Rear Suspension Bracket
    GM2330165Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Release the wheel speed sensor harness clips (1) from the rear suspension bracket.
  9. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor harness electrical connector.
  10. Fig 3: Wheel Speed Sensor Bolt
    GM2330166Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Remove the wheel speed sensor bolt (1).
  12. Remove the wheel speed sensor from the rear suspension knuckle.