Wabco 4461350170 EBS Central ECU

Description

The Wabco 4461350170 EBS Central ECU is a crucial component of a vehicle's braking system, acting as the central processing unit for the Electronic Braking System (EBS). It is used in DAF vehicles to manage and coordinate braking functions, enhancing safety and control. This module is an OE specification device that operates on 24V and is designed for a wide temperature range of -40°C to +75°C, ensuring reliable performance in diverse conditions. The module measures 66 x 222 x 186 mm and features a mounting pattern with 4x Ø 7.5 mm holes spaced 163x182.5 mm apart. It is also rated with protection class IP 30 (IEC 529).

Key Features & Benefits

This thing is essentially the brain behind your anti – lock braking system, your electronic stability control, and sometimes even traction control. It monitors wheel speed sensors, steering angle, yaw rate – basically everything related to how the car is moving – and then uses that info to control the brakes individually at each wheel. It can adjust brake pressure really quickly, many times a second, to prevent wheel lockup during hard braking or help keep you stable if the car starts to skid. It also handles things like distributing braking force if it detects a problem. Think of it as the conductor of an orchestra. All the brake components – the ABS pump, the wheel speed sensors, the ESC sensors – they all report to this unit. The ECU then sends out the signals telling them what to do. It doesn’t do the braking itself, it just directs everything. It's a central point of control for a lot of your safety systems.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, without this working correctly, those safety systems just don’t function. You’ll notice if this starts to fail usually by the ABS light illuminating on your dash – that’s often the first sign. But even before that, you might feel pulsing in the brake pedal when you shouldn't, or the car might not handle as predictably in slippery conditions. It really acts like a shield against losing control, especially in emergency braking or when dealing with bad weather. If your ABS or ESC system isn't working right, it’s a safety issue that needs attention. You can find these units, genuine and aftermarket, at places like Fixparts Online, but honestly, it's a part you want to make sure is correct and functioning perfectly.

Warranty Information

Wabco EBS Central ECU (MPN 4461350170) comes with a 1-year warranty.