SENSOR, SPEED, FRONT LH

Front Left Wheel Speed Sensor: Accurate Monitoring for Responsive Braking ?

The front left wheel speed sensor is an essential component of your vehicle's anti-lock braking system (ABS). This sensor provides accurate real-time data about the rotational speed of each wheel, ensuring that the ABS can effectively prevent wheel lock-up during emergency braking situations. By feeding the vehicle's computer with precise speed information, this sensor plays a critical role in enhancing safety and vehicle handling.

How Does It Work?

The wheel speed sensor operates by transmitting signals as the wheel rotates. It uses a magnet and a coil setup to generate an electrical signal proportional to the wheel's speed. The ABS module constantly monitors these signals, adjusting brake pressure to prevent skidding and maintaining vehicle stability.

Consequences of a Broken Sensor

If this sensor fails, the ABS warning light will likely illuminate, indicating a potential problem with the braking system. In such cases, the ABS may become non-functional, leading to the possibility of wheel lock-up during hard braking. This can severely impact your car's emergency braking performance and overall handling, particularly in adverse conditions.

A malfunctioning speed sensor could also affect other systems relying on accurate wheel speed data, such as traction control and stability control, thereby compromising the vehicle's safety and performance.

Compatible Car Models

• Altezza/Altezza Gita
• Brevis
• Crown
• Crown/Crown Majesta
• Mark 2/Mark 2 Blit
• Origin
• Progres
• Verossa