I am trying to replace the speed sensor on my 2003 Ford Escort ZX2. Well, the plastic piece broke off the top and now I have nothing to hold onto to get it out. I tried prying it out but I can't get a screw driver or a putty knife under the ridge. I even tried hammering it. I tried drilling it out but no matter what drill bit I use, it just breaks or dulls out. Any suggestions? Should I just pay to take it to a mechanic? I don't want to get ripped off when I know I can do it myself.
I should probably just tell you to take it to a mechanic. But, I'm feeling pity for you so here's what to do. Get yourself about a 3 to 4 inch sheetrock screw. Get a torch some sorts. Propane will be fine. Get a pliers or vise-grips and hold the screw while you get it red hot. Make sure it is red hot, but not friggin' falling over, know what i mean? Now, quickly take the screw from the heat and stick it into teh plasic part of the VSS, should run right along the magnetic core. Try to plung it in a good inch or so. Push it in fairly slowly, let it melt its way in, but do help it a little with some pressure. Now hold it there for a minute. Now let go of it and fix yourself a sandwich or something. Let is sit for 10 minutes or more. Go back with your pliers and pull it out. I can't tell you how many VSS, and CKPs I've pulled out with this method. So far, it has been 100% effective.
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