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Front ABS Wheel Speed Sensor: Removal

  1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery.
  2. Disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor connector located next to the front strut mounting house in the engine compartment.
  3. Remove the sensor harness bracket.
    Fig 1: Locating Sensor Harness Bracket
    G05957083Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the bolts which secure the sensor harness to the front strut.
  5. Remove the front ABS wheel speed sensor from housing.
CAUTION:
  • Be careful not to damage the sensor.
  • Do not apply excessive force to the sensor harness.
Fig 2: Locating Sensor Harness Bolts
G05957084Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.