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Removal Procedure

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    IMPORTANT: The wheel bearing in the rear wheel hub is integrated into one unit. The hub is non-serviceable. If the hub and/or bearing is damaged, replace the complete hub and bearing assembly.
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement .
  4. Fig 1: Rear Wheel Speed Sensors Component View
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  5. Remove the ABS electrical connector from the wheel speed sensor (1), if equipped.
  6. Remove the mounting bolts from the rear bearing/hub (4).
  7. Fig 2: Identifying Backing Plate & Wheel Bearing/Hub
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  8. Remove the wheel bearing/hub (3) and the backing plate (2).