Front Speed Sensor: Removal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Toyota Prius V. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

While the auxiliary battery is connected, even if the power switch is off, the brake control system activates when the brake pedal is depressed or any door courtesy switch is turned on. Therefore, when servicing brake system components, do not depress the brake pedal or open/close the doors while the auxiliary battery is connected.

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 the front axle hub sub-assembly.

PRECAUTION
NOTE:
After turning the power switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal notices before proceeding with work. Refer to PRECAUTION .
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM AUXILIARY BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL
Refer to REMOVAL
REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER
HINT:

Use the same procedure for the LH side and RH side. Refer to REMOVAL - Step 3 .

REMOVE FRONT SPEED SENSOR

Disconnect the front speed sensor connector and disengage the 2 clamps.

Fig 1: Identifying Front Speed Sensor
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Remove the bolt and separate the No. 2 sensor clamp from the body.

Fig 2: Removing The Bolt And No. 2 Sensor Clamp
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*1 No. 2 Sensor Clamp

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

Fig 3: Identifying Flexible Hose & Fastener

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*1	No. 1 Sensor Clamp
*2	Front Flexible Hose

Disengage the clamp from the front shock absorber assembly.

Fig 4: Identifying Clamp & Fastener
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Remove the bolt and front speed sensor from the steering knuckle.
NOTE:
- Prevent foreign matter from attaching to the front speed sensor tip.
- Clean the front speed sensor installation hole and the contact surfaces every time the front speed sensor is removed.