
How to Replace an ABS Wheel Speed Sensor on Mitsubishi
In this guide, you will find instructions on how to replace the ABS sensor on Mitsubishi Lancer, Outlander, Mirage, Eclipse, Galant, Raider, Monter
In this guide, you will learn about common problems that can cause Mitsubishi ABS light(s) to stay on and how to troubleshoot the ABS light yourself.
In most cases, Mitsubishi ABS lights come on due to a defective or dirty ABS wheel speed sensor. You will learn how to use an ABS scanner to find out which sensor is faulty.
If you notice that an ABS light is staying on, it means that the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) has detected a problem and is no longer working properly.
When your ABS module is disabled, your vehicle may skid and/or take longer to come to a complete stop under hard braking situations. The wheels on your vehicle may lock up, and your vehicle may skid if you brake too hard.
Traction control and stability control light
To find out why the ABS light is on, read the fault codes outlined in the next section.
To find out why your ABS 'service required' warning is coming up, you will need a Mitsubishi ABS scanner to read fault codes from the ABS module. Note that generic OBD2 scanners cannot read ABS fault codes.
The procedure for reading and clearing Mitsubishi ABS light is straightforward.
These instructions may vary slightly depending on the scanner that you are using.
The most common problem that causes the ABS light or warning message to come on in a Mitsubishi vehicle is a defective ABS wheel speed sensor.
A common problem that causes Mitsubishi ABS light to come on. In less than 30 minutes, you can remove the ABS sensor and clean it. The problem is that without reading the fault codes, you will know which ABS sensor is dirty.
Read the fault codes with a Mitsubishi scanner to find out which sensor is the issue. If you don't have a scanner, you will have to remove all the sensors and clean them.
Follow this guide to learn how to replace the Mitsubishi ABS sensor if you determine one is defective.
Check the fuse for the ABS in the main fuse box in the engine bay. If the ABS fuse keeps blowing, it indicates a problem with the ABS pump. Replace the ABS relay or swap it with one that you know works.
The ABS module or pump itself may fail. It will need to be replaced or rebuilt. Typically Mitsubishi ABS pump doesn't need to be coded, but the module may need programming.
By YOUCANIC Automotive Experts Published on: Wednesday, March 4, 2020. |