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Removal and Installation

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & HOISTING .
  2. Position the inner splash shield aside.
    1. Remove the pin-type retainers.
    2. Position the inner splash shield aside.
      Fig 1: Identifying Inner Splash Shield
      G03421049Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Disconnect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Wheel Speed Sensor Electrical Connector
    G03421050Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the wheel speed sensor harness from the brake hose clips.
    Fig 3: Removing Wheel Speed Sensor Harness From Brake Hose Clips
    G03421051Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the wheel speed sensor.
    1. Remove the wheel speed sensor clip.
    2. Remove the wheel speed sensor.
      Fig 4: Removing Wheel Speed Sensor
      G03421052Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. NOTE: Make sure the wheel speed sensor is fully seated before installation of the new clip.
  7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Apply a 2.5 mm (0.1 in) bead of silicone sealant to the outside diameter of the wheel speed sensor.