Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY & CHARGING SYSTEM .
Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
On vehicles equipped with anti-lock brake system (ABS) only, remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

Fig 1: Identifying Removal Order Of Rear Wheel Speed Sensor (1 Of 2)
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
On vehicles equipped with ABS with stability assist, remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

Fig 2: Identifying Removal Order Of Rear Wheel Speed Sensor (2 Of 2)
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Item 1 (ABS With Stability Assist): Electrical Connector Removal Note.

Remove the rear wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION

Item 4 (ABS Only): O-Ring Installation Note.

Install a new O-ring

Item 1 (ABS Only): Electrical Connector Installation Note

Apply electrical grease to the connector terminals.