Front Speed Sensor: Removal

HINT:

• Use the same procedure for the LH side and RH side.
• The following procedure is for the LH side.
• If the sensor rotor needs to be replaced, replace it together with the front drive shaft assembly.

1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
   NOTE: When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (See INITIALIZATION ).
2. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL 
3. REMOVE FRONT FENDER OUTSIDE MOULDING LH  (See REMOVAL )
4. REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER LH  (See REMOVAL )
5. REMOVE FRONT SPEED SENSOR 
   1. Disconnect the front speed sensor connector and remove the 2 clamps.
      Fig 1: Locating Front Speed Sensor Connector With Clamps

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   2. Remove the bolt and No. 2 sensor clamp from the body.

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      *1	No. 2 Sensor Clamp

      Fig 2: Locating No. 2 Sensor Clamp Bolt

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   3. Remove the bolt, No. 1 sensor clamp and flexible hose together from the shock absorber assembly.

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      *1	No. 1 Sensor Clamp

      Fig 3: Locating No. 1 Sensor Clamp Bolt

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   4. Remove the bolt, resin clamp and front speed sensor.
      NOTE:

      • Prevent foreign matter from attaching to the front speed sensor tip.
      • Clean the speed sensor installation hole and the contact surfaces every time the front speed sensor is removed.

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        *1	Resin Clamp

        Fig 4: Locating Resin Clamp Bolt

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