Focus on the ABS block

The ABS block: a Bosch invention

Since January 1, 2003, the Highway Code has made it mandatory to have an ABS block installed on every automobile. The principle of the ABS system is rather well understood by the general public since it prevents the wheels from locking up when the driver presses the brake too hard.

The ABS system to prevent wheel lockup

Before explaining the ABS block in detail, it is important to understand the ABS system in its entirety. We can notice for the car manufacturer Mercedes C Class ...

• The magnetic targets: they are in the form of a succession of north and south poles. The alternation of the poles changes the output signal.
• The wheel speed sensors: each sensor is placed in front of a target, ie a gear wheel that is also called phonic wheel.
• The ABS block: let's see in more detail the elements that compose it below...

The ABS block

In a Mercedes C-Class car ABS block , we distinguish in particular...

The hydraulic motor

It transfers hydraulic energy into mechanical energy.

The ECU

It warns the driver of a technical problem with the help of a warning light on the dashboard.

The hydraulic unit

Here are some of the components that make it up...

• A hydraulic pump whose discharge is the cause of the pounding felt underfoot.
• Solenoid valves that eliminate the need for a brake compensator.
• Pressure accumulators which are pressurized gas reservoirs that can hold a variable volume of a pressurized liquid.

How to repair the Mercedes C-Class ABS block.

How to tell if an ABS block is failing.

The causes are varied and those that appear most of the time are: The car lacks stability on wet roads, an ABS sensor is out of order.

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. Let's emphasize that Diag-Engine does not offer new ABS blocks.

How does it work?

The method of operation is easy. You choose the make of your vehicle, then the model and then the name of the manufacturer of the ABS block which should have the inscription on it. So you just go ahead and purchase and ship your failed ABS block to us.

The refurbishment of your ABS block and shipping is extremely fast.

We are here to help you by tel or email if you have any hesitation.

You can find the Diag-Engine workshop contact information at the bottom of the site.

Some customer reviews

• I'm not used to leaving a comment following a purchase on the internet, but here, I do it without hesitation for my Mercedes C-Class ABS block: 5 stars thank you!"
• I sent my ABS block to Diag-Engine and all the follow-up and service were on point, from the contact to the repair and from the delay to the delivery.
• The installation of my ABS block was done by my garage! I hope the repair will be durable even though it is guaranteed for life!

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