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This replacement procedure can be used for:
SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.6, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 FSI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TDI 16V, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TDI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TDI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.8 TFSI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.4 TSI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TFSI 4x4, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TDI 4x4, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.4 16V, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TDI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TDI 4x4, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.6 Multifuel, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.6 TDI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.2 TSI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.6 LPG, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TFSI 4x4, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.6 TDI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TFSI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TDI 16V 4x4, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.9 TDI 4x4, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TFSI View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – ABS Sensor for Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) and other SEAT models
Tools
Replacement: ABS sensor – SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Electronic spray
Multipurpose grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
HEX bit No.H5
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Flat screwdriver
Wheel chock
Replacement: ABS sensor – SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ABS sensor – SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
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  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Detach the ABS sensor connector.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the ABS sensor fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the ABS sensor fastener. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the ABS sensor mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 11
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    Treat the ABS sensor fastener. Use a multipurpose grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
  10. Step 12
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    Connect the ABS sensor.
  11. Step 13
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    Tighten the fastener that connects the ABS sensor to the steering knuckle. Use HEX No.H5. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 7 Nm torque.
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