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Replace a Spare part ABS sensor – a defective one or if the limit of use has been already reached. Find out useful information about ABS sensor
Wheel speed sensors often break down due to moisture and dirt, and you can replace these easily yourself. Removing and installing the electronic control unit or hydraulic units, however, requires professional skills. In this case, it would be better to take your car to a garage.
You can visually check if an ABS sensor is operable or test it with the help of a multimeter. When visually checking, make sure that:
- its housing is clean and intact;
- its wires and connector are not damaged;
- the contacts have no signs of oxidation.
To check with a multimeter, follow these instructions:
- Turn off the engine.
- Raise the car.
- Check your vehicle repair manual. Familiarise yourself with the wiring diagram and pin assignment to see how the sensors are connected.
- Locate and access the ABS electronic control unit and remove its protective cover.
The ECU is installed under the bonnet behind the coolant tank. In some cars it can be found under the dashboard in the cabin.
- Disconnect the sensor wire from the control unit.
- Attach the multimeter probes to the connector and switch the device into the “diode” mode.
- Measure the resistance on all pins of the ABS sensor connector.
- Compare the readings with the values specified in your vehicle’s service manual. This value should nor exceed 2 kiloohms.
Follow these steps:
- Secure the vehicle with the help of parking brake and wheel chocks.
- Raise the car.
- Unscrew the bolts and remove the wheel.
- Remove the brake caliper fasteners; pull it aside and fasten it to the car body so it does not hang on the brake hose.
- Remove the brake disc and pads.
- Carefully take out the sensor together with its housing.
- Detach the sensor’s electrical connector and the wire with a rubber gasket from the bottom of the car.