Wheel Speed Sensor

Tiny
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  • 2007 KIA SORENTO
  • 3.8L
  • 6 CYL
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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.
Saturday, August 1st, 2015 AT 7:52 AM

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Tiny
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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.
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Tuesday, April 20th, 2021 AT 11:29 AM
Tiny
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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.
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Tuesday, April 20th, 2021 AT 11:29 AM
Tiny
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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
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