Front Speed Sensor: Removal

HINT:

• Use the same procedure for the LH side and RH side.
• The following procedure is for the LH side.
• If the sensor rotor needs to be replaced, replace it together with the front drive outboard joint shaft assembly (See REMOVAL ).

1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
   NOTE: When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (See INITIALIZATION ).
2. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP  (See REMOVAL )
3. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL 
4. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE UNDER COVER 
5. REMOVE FRONT FENDER MOULDING SUB-ASSEMBLY LH  (See REMOVAL )
6. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL OPENING EXTENSION PAD  (See REMOVAL )
7. REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER  (See REMOVAL )
8. REMOVE FRONT SPEED SENSOR 
   1. Disconnect the front speed sensor connector and remove the 2 clamps.
      Fig 1: Identifying Front Speed Sensor Connector And Clamps

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   2. Remove the bolt and No. 2 sensor clamp from the body.
      Fig 2: Locating No. 2 Sensor Clamp From Body And Bolt

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   3. Remove the bolt, No. 1 sensor clamp, and flexible hose as a set from the shock absorber assembly.
      Fig 3: Locating No. 1 Sensor Clamp And Bolt

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   4. Remove the bolt, resin clamp, and the front speed sensor.
   NOTE:

   • Prevent foreign matter from attaching to the front speed sensor tip.
   • Clean the sensor installation hole and contact surface every time the sensor is removed.

   Fig 4: Locating Front Speed Sensor And Resin Clamp With Bolt

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