What is an ABS block

The ABS block: a Bosch invention

Since 2003, the Highway Code has made it mandatory to have an ABS block installed on every car. The acronym ABS comes from the German "Antiblockiersystem." It is an anti-lock wheel system that keeps the vehicle under control in case of hard braking.

The ABS system to keep control of the car

The ABS block is a part of the overall ABS system. There are for the Audi A3 car ...

• Magnetic targets: they vary the output signal which is in the form of a square wave signal of variable frequency.
• Wheel speed sensors: each of the sensors is placed in front of a gear, which induces a sinusoidal signal whose quality depends on the speed of rotation of the wheels.
• The ABS block: more details below.

The ABS block

Different elements of the Audi A3 vehicle ABS block to know including...

The motor driving a hydraulic pump

This is a member that transforms a flow rate into rotational speed and a pressure into operating torque. The motor's rotational speed is proportional to the flow rate that feeds it.

The ECU

It warns the driver of a malfunction by means of a light on the dashboard.

The hydraulic unit

It is made up of several components including...

• Pressure accumulators, which are pressurized gas reservoirs that can hold a variable volume of pressurized fluid.
• Electronic brakeforce distribution, which has a complementary role managed by the ECU.
• A hydraulic pump that blocks the brake pedal so that it does not sink.

How to change the Audi A3 ABS block.

How to tell if an ABS block is failing.

This is most often manifested following: The vehicle lacks stability on wet roads, a concern of an electrical nature.

What are the services of the company Diag-Engine.fr?

Diag-Engine is a French company that has largely proven itself regarding its automotive know-how. Please note: Diag-Engine does not sell any new ABS blocks.

Concretely...

7 days are needed for you to have your ABS block back in working condition.

Go to the Diag-Engine.fr store to define the make and model of your vehicle. Make sure the part number matches that of your ABS block. Then place your order to make your payment. At the same time, send us your malfunctioning part to the address on the order form.

The address where you can send it to us is listed in the footer of the site.

By email or tel, let us know your questions.

Some customer feedback

Learn verified feedback from individuals and mechanics for their ABS block replacement.

• The dealer asked me for 1000 € to replace my ABS block. With Diag-Engine, I got it for €400. Phew thank you !
• When I received the ABS block for my Audi A3 , I mounted the part myself. I was afraid to turn the ignition key, but ... oh joy! no more ABS light!"
• Service very responsive and fast. Just 8 days between shipping and return colissimo after repair.

Diag-Engine is at your disposal from Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm.

We repair the whole abs block car or motorcycle that our customers often call by the following terms: pressure sensor - abs pump - hydraulic block - abs calculator - abs box - abs kit - hydraulic group - abs block esp. Please note that we do not sell new or used!