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Removal Procedure

WARNING:

Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Fig 1: Front Brake & Hub Assembly (2WD)
    GM885802Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (6-Lug Wheel) , Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (8-Lug Wheel) .
  4. Remove the brake rotor (2) shown on the 1500 Series. Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement (JH6, JH9) , Front Brake Rotor Replacement (JH5) .
  5. Fig 2: View Of Wheel Speed Sensor Cable And Connectors
    GM913362Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Remove the wheel speed sensor (WSS) cable mounting clip from the knuckle.
  7. Remove the WSS cable mounting clip from the upper control arm.
  8. Remove the WSS cable mounting clip from the frame attachment point.
  9. Remove the WSS cable electrical connector.
  10. Fig 3: View Of Wheel Speed Sensor Mounting Bolt
    GM924317Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Remove the WSS mounting bolt.
  11. Remove the wheel speed sensor (5) from the hub/bearing assembly (4) shown on the 2500/3500 Series.
    CAUTION:

    Carefully remove the sensor by pulling it straight out of the bore. DO NOT use a screwdriver or other device to pry the sensor out of the bore. Prying will cause the sensor body to break off in the bore.

  12. Fig 4: Identifying Brake/Hub Components
    GM379487Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY