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Monitor Scantool Data

  1. With vehicle raised on a lift, start the engine and place transaxle in Drive. Let vehicle idle and verify speedometer indicates approx. 10km/h or more (6mph or more) on the instrument cluster.
  2. Connect Scantool and select ABS system.
  3. Monitor the "VEHICLE SPEED" parameter on the current data list.
    1. Specification: 10km/h or more (6mph or more)
      Fig 1: Monitoring Vehicle Speed Parameter On Current Data List
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  4. Is value within the specification?

    YES

    1. Wheel speed sensor is OK. Go to "SIGNAL CIRCUIT INSPECTION [WITH ABS] " procedure

    NO

    1. Check for open or short circuit between wheel speed sensor (FR) and ABS control module
    2. If problems are found, repair as necessary and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure
    3. If OK, Check wheel speed sensor (FR) as follow:
      • Gap between ABS sensor and trigger wheel (Air gap: 0.3~1.1 mm (0.011~0.043 in))
      • Trigger wheel condition
      • Sensor resistance: Approx. 1,300~1,500Ω at 20°C (68°F)
    4. Replace wheel speed sensor as necessary and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.