Front/rear abs wheel-speed sensor inspection
Remove the wheel and tire, and inspect the sensor for looseness and damage. Replace the sensor if necessary.
Clearance InspectionInspect the clearance between the wheel-speed sensor and the sensor rotor.
Clearance
0.3-1.1 mm {0.012-0.043 in}

Resistance Inspection
1. Disconnect the ABS wheel-speed sensor connector.
2. Inspect the resistance at the ABS wheel-speed sensor.
- If not as specified, replace the ABS wheel-speed sensor.
ResistanceVoltage Inspection
1.3-1.7 kilohm
1. On level ground, jack up the vehicle and support it evenly on safety stands.
2. Disconnect the ABS wheel-speed sensor connector.
3. Inspect each sensor by rotating each wheel one revolution per second.
- If not as specified, replace the ABS wheel-speed sensor.
VoltageVoltage Pattern Inspection
0.25-1.2 V (AC)
1. On level ground, jack up the vehicle and support it evenly on safety stands.
2. Disconnect the ABS wheel-speed sensor connector.
3. Using an oscilloscope, inspect voltage pattern for distortion and noise by rotating each wheel.
- If there is distortion or noise, inspect the ABS sensor rotor.

Test yourself
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