Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement: Front

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Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
Remove the clip (A), then disconnect the wheel speed sensor connector (B).

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Speed Sensor Connector And Clip
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the bolts and the wheel speed sensor (C).
Install the wheel speed sensor in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Install the sensor carefully to avoid twisting the wires.
- If the wheel speed sensor comes in contact with the hub bearing unit, it is faulty.
Start the engine, and check that the ABS, the VSA indicators, and the trailer stability assist warning goes off.
Test-drive the vehicle, and check that the ABS, the VSA indicators, and the trailer stability assist warning do not come on.