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Front ABS Wheel Speed Sensor: Removal

  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor connector located next to the front strut mounting house in the engine compartment.
  3. Remove the bolts and then remove the sensor harness bracket.
    Fig 1: Locating Sensor Harness Bracket Bolt
    G07689966Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the bolts which secure the sensor harness to the front strut.
  5. Remove the bolts, and remove the front ABS wheel speed sensor from the front housing.
    CAUTION:
    • Be careful not to damage the sensor.
    • Do not apply excessive force to the sensor harness.
      Fig 2: Locating Front ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Bolts
      G07689967Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.