ADBP710130 Blue Print ABS Sensor

Blue Print ADBP710130 ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

Description

The ABS Sensor is a crucial component that monitors the speed of each wheel to prevent wheel lockup during hard braking, ensuring safe vehicle control. It is used in various vehicles' brake systems, particularly in high-performance or safety-critical applications. The technical benefits include improved stopping power and reduced risk of accidents.

Key Features & Benefits

These sensors basically monitor how fast each of your wheels is turning. They do this by reading a toothed ring, or reluctor ring, that's attached to the wheel hub or axle. They send that speed information as an electrical signal back to the ABS control module. There’s one sensor at each wheel, so the system knows exactly how fast each one is spinning. The ABS control module uses the info from all those wheel speed sensors to determine if a wheel is about to lock up during braking. If it detects that one wheel is slowing down much faster than the others – meaning it’s about to lose traction – it momentarily releases and reapplies brake pressure to that wheel. This prevents skidding and helps you maintain steering control. It also feeds data to other systems like traction control and stability control, so it’s a pretty important piece. Think of it as the eyes and ears of your braking system, constantly watching what’s happening with each wheel.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

If a wheel speed sensor fails, the ABS light will come on. Beyond that, your ABS system won’t work correctly, or might not work at all. You’ll notice if you lose ABS functionality, particularly in slippery conditions like rain or snow. It's a safety item, plain and simple. If one fails, the system may default to a non – ABS braking mode. We carry these pretty regularly at Fixparts Online, and getting a faulty one replaced is definitely a good idea for keeping things safe. It’s one of those parts where preventative maintenance can save you a lot of trouble down the road. Product information is provided for reference only. The part number and compatibility with your equipment are decisive when selecting the correct item.