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Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor: Removal

  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Disconnect the connector from the rear ABS wheel speed sensor.
    Fig 1: Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Connector
    G07681220Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the sensor harness clamp of the rear sub frame.
    Fig 2: Sensor Harness Clamp Of Rear Sub Frame
    G07681221Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the bolts and then remove the sensor harness bracket from the upper arm.
    Fig 3: Locating Upper Arm Sensor Harness Bracket Bolts
    G07681222Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the bolts, and remove the rear ABS wheel speed sensor from the rear axle.
    CAUTION:
    • Be careful not to damage the sensor.
    • Do not apply excessive force to the sensor harness.
      Fig 4: Locating Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Bolt
      G07681223Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.