What do you need to know about ABS reluctor rings?
What is an ABS Reluctor Ring? The anti-lock braking system consists of a controller, a speed sensor, valves, and the ABS speed sensor toner ring. The system maintains the traction of the tires on the road, and the brakes’ performance at high speeds is significantly improved. The ABS speed sensor ring is the main component of the entire system.
Where is the ABS ring on a rear wheel drive car?
The rear rings are often located on the rear driveshafts if you have a rear-wheel-drive car and around the wheel bearing/wheel hub otherwise. You can also find one ring inside of the differential on some rear-wheel-drive cars instead of two separate.
Why is my ABS brake light not working after wheel bearing is replaced?
If you have the old-style ABS brakes with the metal ring, it’s a possibility you might have damaged the ring when you replace the wheel bearing or installed the sensor improperly. Also, check the sensors for debris build-ups like road grime or axle grease. Sometimes this can interfere with the operation of the ABS sensor.
Why does the ABS warning light not come on?
This is a clear indication of a faulty ABS ring. The faulty ABS ring is not considered to be a fault by the system, which is why the ABS warning light does not illuminate at first but it lights up only when the system has completely shut down.
Where can I get ABS reluctor rings made?
We manufacture the ABS reluctor rings at our factory in Lincolnshire and are adding to the choice weekly. If your vehicle is not listed on our site, please contact us, and if you’re the first person to request one, we’ll develop the ring and send you one for free.
Is it easy to fit an ABS ring?
Fitting is relatively easy (see our Fitting Instructions ), but if you prefer, we can fit the rings for you (see Fitting Service for more information and pricing). We can also provide complete replacement joints (see Replacement Joints for more information and pricing).
Where are the holes in a Mercedes reluctor ring?
On fitting this replacement reluctor ring there is a radius on one side of the bore, this is the face that needs to go up to the shoulder on the driveshaft. Note: On some Mercedes /Peugeot/Jaguar rings we have replaced the slotted rectangular holes with drilled holes.