ABS Sensor replacement

[pchmlk]

For the last couple of months I've had the common problem of ABS error lights and stop/start error on the dash.

I just want to reassure you, if you get this, it is incredibly easy, cheap and satisfying to fix!

Used the Carista - it identified a signal issue from the LHS rear sensor. Bought one from an online factors for <£20 and set about replacing it.

The only tool you'll need is a T30 bit for your socket set. Wheel off, old sensor out, new in, wheel on, clear codes in Carista and that's it.

Took me 30 mins and worked a treat, I'm very happy!

 

[Azteccamper]

For the last couple of months I've had the common problem of ABS error lights and stop/start error on the dash.

I just want to reassure you, if you get this, it is incredibly easy, cheap and satisfying to fix!

Used the Carista - it identified a signal issue from the LHS rear sensor. Bought one from an online factors for <£20 and set about replacing it.

The only tool you'll need is a T30 bit for your socket set. Wheel off, old sensor out, new in, wheel on, clear codes in Carista and that's it.

Took me 30 mins and worked a treat, I'm very happy!

Agree - but I had a hell of job getting the sensor out!

 

[WelshGas]

For the last couple of months I've had the common problem of ABS error lights and stop/start error on the dash.

I just want to reassure you, if you get this, it is incredibly easy, cheap and satisfying to fix!

Used the Carista - it identified a signal issue from the LHS rear sensor. Bought one from an online factors for <£20 and set about replacing it.

The only tool you'll need is a T30 bit for your socket set. Wheel off, old sensor out, new in, wheel on, clear codes in Carista and that's it.

Took me 30 mins and worked a treat, I'm very happy!

You were lucky. Took my trusted VW Dealership 4 hrs to remove my 2 x Rear ASB sensors. LHS had failed but decided on getting both replaced as sure as the sun rises the RHS will fail. Fortunately only charged me 1 hrs labour.

 

[pchmlk]

Hmm, I could see how it could trickier if it was really stuck in. Mine needed persuading with pliers and a little flat head screwdriver. I’m amazed a proper mechanics struggled!

 

[WelshGas]

Hmm, I could see how it could trickier if it was really stuck in. Mine needed persuading with pliers and a little flat head screwdriver. I’m amazed a proper mechanics struggled!

4 Motion. They tried all their tricks and ended up grinding it out piecemeal, both sides, and it wasn't the apprentice doing it.

 

[pchmlk]

Oof. I got lucky!

 

[pjm-84]

So did I.....I had my rear trailing arms replaced recently and garage said budget for new ABS sensors but they came out intact.

 

[Truman]

I know its an old thread but my right hand abs sensor failed it was a nightmare trying to remove the wire connector. I tried everything even after watching numerous videos but nothing would budge it. Eventually I broke it, not intentionally but there you go. Another video on how to remove the pins and replace the connector + waiting for the parts. Considerably longer than 30 mins. Still all good now and a little more experience under my belt.

 

[pjm-84]

Yep, had the same issue on my left rear which eventually cried enough. Changed it last weekend after a false start. (Right box / wrong part in it)