Wheel Speed Sensor

2007 KIA SORENTO
171,000 MILES • 3.8L • 6 CYL • RWD • AUTOMATIC
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WEEICEMON1
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Can you tell me what the procedure to remove the rear left wheel speed sensor? I can see is mounted to the rear axle at the hub and i have removed the single bolt holding it in but is does not freely come out. Is it under pressure? Also I followed the wiring up and it looks like it goes into the wheel well. Thank You for any help you might have.
Aug 1, 2015 at 7:52 AM
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CARADIODOC
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It sounds like you did everything you need to remove it but it's rusted in. If it's defective, you might be able to drill through it, then remove it in pieces.
Apr 20, 2021 at 11:29 AM
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WEEICEMON1
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The funny thing is that it will turn but i cannot pull it out...kind of like its locked in place.
Apr 20, 2021 at 11:29 AM
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CARADIODOC
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Probably a ring of rust on the end of it. If you're sure it's bad, drill through it, then pull the pieces out.

Also, there's a rubber o-ring right under the mounting ear. Try prying up gently with a screwdriver while you rotate the sensor.Spray it lightly with a lubricant to help free it up
Apr 20, 2021 at 11:29 AM