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Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Disconnect the connector from the rear ABS wheel speed sensor.
    Fig 1: Identifying Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Connector
    G05662439Courtesy of SUBARU
  3. Remove the sensor harness clamp of the rear sub frame.
    Fig 2: Identifying Rear Sub Frame Sensor Harness Clamp
    G05662748Courtesy of SUBARU
  4. Remove the bolts and then remove the sensor harness bracket from the upper arm.
    Fig 3: Locating Sensor Harness Bracket Mounting Bolts
    G05662424Courtesy of SUBARU
  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 Mounting Bolt
    G05659505Courtesy of SUBARU