Intermediate Shaft Speed Sensor: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to the JACKING AND LIFTING .

4x4 vehicles

Disconnect the front driveshaft from the transfer case.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Front Driveshaft From Transfer Case
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Disconnect the front driveshaft from the front differential.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Front Driveshaft From Front Differential
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Remove the front driveshaft from the vehicle.

Fig 3: Removing Front Driveshaft From Vehicle
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All vehicles

Remove the shift cable and bracket.

Fig 4: Identifying Shift Cable And Bracket
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Disconnect the intermediate shaft speed (ISS) sensor electrical connector.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Intermediate Shaft Speed (ISS) Sensor Electrical Connector
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Remove the ISS sensor.
1. Remove the ISS sensor screw.
2. Remove the ISS sensor from the transmission.
  - Inspect the ISS sensor O-ring for damage. If damaged, install a new O-ring.
    
    Fig 6: Inspecting ISS Sensor O-Ring
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