RAM 2500 Truck 2WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo VIN 6 (1998)
Wheel Speed Sensor: Service and Repair
Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement
Front
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle and support vehicle front end.
2. Remove wheel and tire assembly.
3. Disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor wire from under the hood. Remove sensor wire from the frame and steering knuckle.
4. Remove brake caliper.
5. Remove rotor.
Front Speed Sensor Mounting
6. Remove bolts attaching sensor to steering knuckle and remove the sensor.
INSTALLATION
1. Position sensor in knuckle.
2. Install and tighten sensor bolts to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.). Use original or replacement sensor bolts only. The bolts are special and must not be
substituted.
3. Install sensor wire to the steering knuckle and frame. Connect the wheel speed sensor wire under the hood.
4. Check sensor wire routing. Be sure wire is clear of all chassis components and is not twisted or kinked at any spot.
5. Install rotor and brake caliper.
6. Install wheel and tire assembly.
7. Remove support and lower the vehicle.
8. Apply brakes several times to seat brake shoes and caliper piston. Do not move vehicle until firm brake pedal is obtained.
9. Verify sensor operation with scan tool.
With Rear Wheel Antilock Brakes
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle on hoist.
2. Remove brake line mounting nut and remove the brake line from the sensor stud.
