FAQ for ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Repair
Q: What should be done before removing the rear wheel speed sensor jumper harness?
A:
You will need to raise and support the vehicle.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: Can I replace the rear wheel speed sensors separately?
A:
No, you cannot. The rear wheel speed sensors and rings are integral to the hub and bearing assemblies. If a speed sensor or a ring needs replacement, replace the entire hub and bearing assembly.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: What's the proper way to remove the front wheel speed sensor jumper?
A:
The proper way is to raise and support the vehicle on a suitable hoist, remove the front tire and wheel assembly, remove the front wheel speed sensor jumper harness electrical connector from the front wheel speed sensor connector, and remove the hub and bearing assembly.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the new wheel bearing/hub bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 85 Nm (63 ft. lbs.).
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: How to install the rear wheel speed sensor jumper harness?
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You may need to connect the rear wheel speed sensor jumper harness connector to the wheel speed sensor, located next to the rear strut, install the rear wheel speed jumper harness into the retaining clips, connect the rear wheel speed sensor jumper harness connector to the pass-thru connector, lower the vehicle turn the ignition switch to the RUN position, with the engine off, then perform the diagnostic system check.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: What's the installation procedure for the wheel speed sensor jumper harness?
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The installation procedure is to install the upper jumper harness connector from the rear body pass-thru connector, install the jumper harness grommet to the retainer, and install the wheel speed sensor connectors.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: What should be done before removing the rear wheel speed sensor?
A:
You will need to raise and support the vehicle.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: What's the installation procedure for the front wheel speed sensor jumper harness?
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The installation procedure is to connect the front wheel speed sensor jumper harness connector to the wheel speed sensor, install the harness to control arm retaining clips, install the harness to splash shield retaining clip, lower the vehicle, and connect the front wheel speed sensor jumper harness to ABS harness connector, turn the ignition switch to the RUN position, with the engine off and perform the diagnostic system check.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: What should be noticed when replacing a speed sensor or a ring?
A:
You will need to replace the entire hub and bearing assembly instead of servicing the harness pigtail individually because the harness pigtail is part of the sensor. The front wheel speed sensors and rings are integral to the hub and bearing assemblies.
By BobGM Specialist
28/10/2022 Q: How to remove the rear wheel speed sensor?
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You will need to raise and support the vehicle on a suitable hoist, remove the rear tire and wheel assembly, remove the rear wheel speed sensor electrical connector located next to the rear strut, and remove the hub and bearing assembly.
By BobGM Specialist
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