Circuit Description
As the toothed ring passes by the wheel speed sensor, changes in the electromagnetic field cause the wheel speed sensor to produce a sinusoidal (AC) voltage signal whose frequency and amplitude is proportional to wheel speed. The magnitude of this signal is directly related to wheel speed and the proximity of the wheel speed sensor to the toothed ring, often referred to as the air gap
Conditions for Illuminating Diagnostic Status Lamps
| • | Open wheel speed sensor or wheel speed sensor wiring |
| • | Shorted wheel speed sensor or wheel speed sensor wiring |
| • | Wheel speed signal not present or does not conform to design criteria |
Action Taken When Diagnostic Status Lamps Illuminate
| • | The ABS indicator lamp is illuminated |
| • | The ABS is disabled |
Conditions for Clearing Diagnostic Status Lamps
| • | Repair the condition responsible for illuminating status lamps |
| • | Reset the EBCM (see Diagnostic Status Lamps) |
Diagnostic Aids
An intermittent malfunction may be caused by a poor connection, rubbed through wire insulation, or a wire that is broken inside the insulation. If the RIGHT, FRONT and SENS diagnostic status lamps are on only during moist environmental changes (rain, snow, vehicle wash), all wheel speed sensor circuitry should be thoroughly inspected for signs of water intrusion. Use the following procedure. Spray the suspected are with a 5% salt water solution (two teaspoons of salt to 12 oz. of water). Test drive the vehicle over various road surfaces (bumps, turns, etc.) above 24 km/h (15 mph) for at least 30 seconds. If condition returns, replace suspected harness.
Any circuitry that is suspected of causing the intermittent complaint should be thorough checked for backed out terminals, improper mating, broken locks, improperly formed or damaged terminals, poor terminal to wiring connections or physical damage to the wiring harness.
When inspecting a wheel speed sensor, inspect the sensor terminals and harness connector for corrosion and/or water intrusion. If evidence of corrosion or water intrusion exists, replace the wheel speed sensor. Refer to Front Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement in this section.
Resistance of the wheel speed sensor will increase with an increase in sensor temperature.
Test Description
The number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the diagnostic table.
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This test checks for the correct resistance of the wheel speed sensor circuit (including wiring).
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This test checks for the correct resistance of the wheel speed sensor.
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This step checks for a short to ground in the wheel speed sensor circuit.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Were you sent here from the Diagnostic System Check? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |
2 |
Is the connector OK? | -- | Go to Step 3 | Go to Step 9 |
Using a J 39200 , measure the resistance between terminals H2 and H3 of the EBCM harness connector. Is the resistance measured within the specified range? | 1500-2500ohms | Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 4 | |
Disconnect the wheel speed sensor wiring harness from the wheel speed sensor pigtail connector. Using a J 39200 , measure the resistance between terminals A and B of the RF wheel speed sensor connector. Is the resistance measured within the specified range? | 1500-2500ohms | Go to Step 13 | Go to Step 12 | |
5 | Using a J 39200 , measure the resistance between terminal H2 of the EBCM connector and ground. Is the resistance measured equal to the specified value? | OL | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 15 |
6 | Inspect the wheel bearings for looseness or excessive wear and verify that the bearing free play is within specification. Refer to Wheel Bearing Test in Front Suspension. Are the wheel bearings OK? | -- | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 10 |
7 | Inspect the wheel speed sensor for proper installation. Is the wheel speed sensor properly installed? | -- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 11 |
8 |
Did the ABS indicator lamp turn on and stay on? | -- | Go to Step 14 | Go to Diagnostic Aids |
9 | Repair the EBCM connector. Refer to Connector Repairs . Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |
10 | Repair excessive bearing play. Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |
11 | Repair the wheel speed sensor. Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |
12 | Replace the wheel speed sensor. Refer to Front Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement . Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |
13 | Repair open or high resistance in CKT 1909 or 1910. Refer to Wiring Repairs . Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |
14 | Replace the EBCM. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement . Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |
15 | Repair short to ground in CKT 1909 or 1910. Refer to Wiring Repairs . Is the repair complete? | -- | -- |
