Replacing speed sensor on Mk1 Focus – help needed!

[pjontheroadagain]

Has anyone replaced a speed sensor on Mk1 Focus who could offer some advice? (My car is a 2003 1.6 hatchback.)

I understand the retaining pin has to be removed to release the sensor, and can see a spring clip holding the pin in place.

However, it looks like the spring clip will make it difficult to grip the end of the pin without damaging the spring clip. (Apparently, the pin doesn't come out easily and needs a lot of persuasion!) Does anyone have any suggestions? Does it matter if the spring clip gets bent or broken?

I also gather removing the sensor itself can be difficult so any tips on that would also be appreciated, too!

Thanks all

[dewaltdisney]

It looks like a pig of a job, see this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOVAj8ED0kk

DWD

[pjontheroadagain]

Thanks DewaltDisney - I saw that video, too, and wondered if anyone knew how to make it easier!