Understanding the Purpose of the ABS Block

The ABS Block: a Bosch Invention

Since January 1, 2003, it has been mandatory to have an ABS block installed on every vehicle. The ABS block controls the braking force of the wheels by adapting the level of pressure exerted. Because too much pressure can cause the wheels to lock.

Focus on the ABS system

Before explaining the ABS block, it is important to understand the ABS system in its entirety. There are for the Volkswagen Transporter vehicle manufacturer ...

• The ABS block: the information below allows us to understand the decisive role of this element.
• The wheel speed sensors: there are 2 types, the active sensors operating through electronics, which are powered by a voltage determined by the ABS computer and passive sensors.
• The magnetic targets: they vary the output signal, which is in the form of a square signal of variable frequency.

The ABS block

Let's see the partial composition of the ABS block of the vehicle manufacturer Volkswagen Transporter ...

The hydraulic unit

It is made up of various elements including:

• Solenoid valves with each wheel equipped with an intake and exhaust solenoid valve.
• A hydraulic pump whose delivery is the cause of the pulsations felt under the foot.
• Electronic brake distribution, which is an additional function managed by the ECU.

The ECU

Each time a wheel locks, it guides the solenoid valves and hydraulic pump.

The hydraulic motor

Transfers the hydraulic energy into mechanical energy.

The Volkswagen Transporter ABS block replacement

Main manifestations of ABS block failure

The reasons are many and the ones that occur most of the time are: The car lacks stability on icy road, an ABS sensor is defective.

What does Diag-Engine.fr offer?

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

How to proceed?

As soon as we receive your part, we take care of its reconditioning and ship it to you 48 hours later.

The method of operation is simple. You choose the make of your car, then the model and finally the make of the ABS block which must have the inscription on it. All that's left is for you to order and ship us your defective ABS block.

Don't worry, if you're not sure about your ABS block choice, just contact us and we'll let you know.

The address where you can send it to us is visible in the footer.

Some customer comments

• Thank you for your fast and efficient service.The ABS light on disappeared. The technical control has validated.
• I do not usually leave a review following a purchase, but there, I am very eager to do so I am happy for my ABS block Volkswagen Transporter: 5 stars thank you!"
• The Abs block is now reassembled and the brakes work as before!

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