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Monitor Scan Tool Data

  1. With vehicle raised on a lift, start the engine and place transaxle in Drive. Let vehicle idle and verify speedometer indicates approx. 10km/h or more (6mph or more) on the instrument cluster.
  2. Connect scan tool and select ABS system.
  3. Monitor the "WHEEL SPD SENSOR-FR" parameter on the current data list.

    Specification: 10km/h or more (6mph or more)

  4. Is value within the specification?

    YES 

    NO 

    • Check for open or short circuit between wheel speed sensor (FR) and ABS (or ESP) control module.
    • If problems are found, repair as necessary and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure
    • If OK, Check wheel speed sensor (FR) as follow:
      • Gap between ABS sensor and trigger wheel [Air gap: 0.3-1.1 mm (0.011-0.043 in)]
      • Trigger wheel condition
      • Sensor resistance: Approx. 1,300-1,500Ω at 20°C (68°F)
    • Replace wheel speed sensor as necessary and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.