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How to replace the rear ABS sensor 2014 – 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3

To replace the rear ABS sensor on your Silverado 3 this tutorial was tailor-made for you. You will be asked to remove the cable from its housings, remove the abs sensor from the wheel knuckle, clean as well as carry out a few other steps. You can carry out this tutorial of 5 chapters in 45 minutes. Bring your Torx T30 socket and your paper towels and let’s get started!

Duration

45 minutes

Number of steps

5

Difficulty out of 5

2

Average savings

$60

Parts You Will Need

Tools You Will Need

Step-by-Step Installation

Chapter 1:

Remove the cable from its housings

Step 1/4

Use a flat head screwdriver to unclip all the clips that hold the ABS sensor cable in place. You can also use a fork to help you.

Chapter 1:

Step 2/4

Disconnect the connector by pushing on the red plastic tab, then prying the tab and pulling it.

Chapter 1:

Step 3/4

Shift the ABS sensor cable.

Chapter 1:

Step 4/4

Using a fork, unclip the ABS sensor cable retaining clip located on the rear axle.

Chapter 2:

Remove the ABS sensor from the rear axle

Step 1/2

The ABS sensor is located behind the rear brake backing plate. Using a ratchet and a Torx T30 socket, unscrew the ABS sensor’s retaining bolt. Then, remove the sensor by jiggling it back and forth.

Chapter 2:

Step 2/2

Don’t hesitate to spray penetrating oil. Then remove the sensor with a fork and pliers.

Chapter 3:

Clean

Step 1/3

Using a cylindrical brush, clean the sensor area to make it easier to install the new sensor once the parts have been reassembled.

Chapter 3:

Step 2/3

Before installing the ABS sensor, we recommend that you thoroughly clean its location using a brush and fine sandpaper.

Chapter 3:

Step 3/3

Finish with brake cleaner and wipe with a paper towel.

Chapter 4:

Install the ABS sensor

Step 1/4

Take the new sensor.

Chapter 4:

Step 2/4

Apply grease to the sensor to prevent corrosion in the long term.

Chapter 4:

Step 3/4

Insert the sensor into its housing. Then, retighten the retaining bolt.

Chapter 4:

Step 4/4

Finish off tightening with a ratchet.

Chapter 5:

Reclip the cable in its housings

Step 1/3

Clip the ABS sensor cable back on the rear axle.

Chapter 5:

Step 2/3

Plug the electrical connector back in. And lock it. Then, reclip all of the ABS sensor cable retaining clips.

Chapter 5:

Step 3/3

Operation complete.