BMW ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - VDO 34526756377

Product Information

A wheel speed sensor, also known as an ABS wheel speed sensor, is part of your vehicles anti lock brake system. The wheel speed sensor measures the exact speed of a corner of your vehicle. In total all vehicles with an ABS system will have four sensors. The wheel speed sensors are also used as reference points for traction control as well as stability control.

The wheel speed sensor measures wheel speed via a reluctor wheel or magnet located near the wheel hub. On some vehicles the reluctor can be part of the wheel bearing or it may be present on the wheel hub or axle. In some cases, a bad wheel bearing can be the cause for an ABS fault so it's recommended to do a full diagnoses on the ABS system and correlated parts before going into a repair

Depending on the vehicle the ABS wheel speed sensor may be a serviceable item or it may be part of a wheel hub assembly. In either case, a failed ABS wheel speed sensor will cause the ABS system to stop functioning and will also likely cause other systems such as traction and stability control to not function as well.

• ABS light illuminated on instrument cluster
• Stability and traction control not functional
• ABS non functioning

Additional Information

How to Replace a Wheel Speed Sensor on a BMW 5-Series (E39)

About VDO

VDO - A Trademark of the Continental Corporation

VDO is a division of the Continental Corporation's automotive group and it has been in the automotive parts industry for over 80 years. VDO is an OEM (original equipment manufacturer), supplying instrumentation, sensors, control systems, actuators, screen washers and audio systems. They have a thriving aftermarket business where they make high quality repair and replacement parts to OEM specifications. ISO 9001 : 2008 - VDO certification fulfills the requirements set out by the international and German Road Traffic Regulations.

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transport. In 2023, Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

Information management and Intelligent Transportation Systems are at the very heart of the business area Vehicle Networking and Information (VNI), which provides a broad range of products for very different vehicles. The product portfolio includes instrument clusters, multifunctional displays and head-up displays, control units, electronic car-entry and tire-information systems, radios, infotainment systems, input devices and control panels, climate control units, telematics solutions and services, software as well as cockpits. Interior employs worldwide more than 47.000 people and generated sales of approximately €9.7 billion in 2018.

Within the business area Vehicle Networking and Information (VNI) the Commercial Vehicles and Services Business Unit accommodates the specific requirements of the commercial vehicle, special vehicle and aftermarket sector. A global network of sales and service companies ensures proximity to local customers. Covering the product brands Continental, VDO, ATE, Galfer and Barum the Business Unit offers electronic products, systems and services for commercial and special vehicles, a broad selection of products for specialized workshops and spare parts for the Independent Aftermarket and the Original Equipment Services after end of series production of the vehicle manufacturer.

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