Necessary preliminary tasks

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Remove rear WHEEL
Remove rear SPLASH GUARD
Read and comply with GENERAL INFORMATION .

Release screw (1).

Withdraw wheel speed sensor (2) from bore hole.

Installation:

Tightening torque 34 51 4AZ .

Clean bore for pulse generator and lubricate with Staburags NBU 12/K lubricating grease.

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Speed Sensor And Screw

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Disengage line (1) along trailing arm from holders.

Installation:

Ensure proper locking of the holders and proper seating of the line in the holders.

Open housing cover (1).

Disconnect plug connection.

Installation:

Ensure proper locking of plug connector and proper seating of rubber grommets.

Fig 2: Identifying Line

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