Wabco 9609058244 Counterweight

Description

This Wabco counterweight, part number 9609058244, is a critical component used within engine electronics systems. It functions to balance rotating or reciprocating parts, reducing vibration and ensuring smooth operation. This counterweight is designed to OE specification and measures 2 x 106 x 276 mm. Its precise engineering contributes to extended component life, improved system efficiency, and consistent performance.

Key Features & Benefits

This part’s main job is to balance out vibrations. Think of it like a tiny weight on a washing machine – it stops everything from shaking apart when it’s running. Specifically, it usually works with a sensor – often a crankshaft or camshaft position sensor – to keep things steady. It’s a little metal piece, but it’s surprisingly important for smooth operation. It’s part of the engine's timing system. Basically, your engine needs to know exactly when to fire the cylinders, and this counterweight helps the sensor read things accurately. It’s usually mounted on the sensor itself, or very close by, and works in conjunction with a toothed wheel or tone ring. It keeps the sensor from “bouncing” or giving a false reading.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

If this thing goes bad or gets damaged, you’ll notice if it’s affecting the sensor. A bad reading from that sensor can throw off the timing, and that can cause a whole bunch of problems – rough idling, loss of power, the check engine light coming on, even prevent the engine from starting at all. It acts like a shield for the sensor, protecting it from vibration interference. It's a relatively inexpensive part to replace, and fixing it now can save you a lot of money and headache down the road. You can often find these on sites like Fixparts Online, and they're usually pretty straightforward to swap out if you're comfortable with a little DIY work.

Warranty Information

Wabco Counterweight (MPN 9609058244) comes with a 1-year warranty.