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Repair Procedures: Remove

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  1. Remove the wheel & tire (A).

    Tightening Torque: 

    88.3 - 107.9 N.m (9.0 - 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 - 79.6 lb.ft)

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    NOTE: Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel and tire (A).
  2. Remove the front wheel speed sensor mounting bolt (A).

    Tightening Torque: 

    8.8 - 13.7 N.m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb.ft)

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  3. Remove the front wheel house cover.
  4. Remove the mounting bolts (A).
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  5. Disconnect the front wheel speed sensor connector (A), then remove the front wheel speed sensor.
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