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STC1749 - Front Sensor Kit Land Rover Range Rover Defender, Discovery

STC1749 - ABS Wheel Speed Sensor – Front

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ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - front sensor for the four-wheel anti-lock braking system.

The sensor mounts in the front axle housing with its pole piece set close to the toothed exciter ring that rotates with the hub. As the teeth pass the tip they induce an alternating voltage whose frequency is proportional to wheel speed. The ABS control unit compares the signals from all four sensors and releases and reapplies brake line pressure at any wheel decelerating faster than the vehicle as a whole.

Air gap and tip cleanliness are critical. A build-up of ferrous debris on the sensor tip, a corroded mounting bore or a damaged exciter ring will produce an intermittent or low-amplitude signal, which the control unit logs as a sensor fault and which illuminates the ABS warning lamp.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Defender up to 2016
Land Rover Discovery 1 1989-1998 (L318)
Fitment Notes DEFENDER 1987-2006 — front ABS wheel speed sensor (4-wheel anti-lock braking)
DISCOVERY 1 1989-1998 — front ABS wheel speed sensor (4-wheel anti-lock braking)
Alternative Codes
STC1749

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Frequently asked questions

What does the front ABS wheel speed sensor do?
The front ABS wheel speed sensor reads the toothed exciter ring on the front hub and sends wheel speed to the ABS control unit. The system uses that signal to detect wheel lock-up and modulate braking. It mounts in the front axle housing.
Which models use this front ABS sensor?
It fits the front axle of the Land Rover Defender up to 2006 and the Discovery 1, both with four-wheel anti-lock braking. It's the front sensor, so order the matching rear sensor separately if you're doing both ends.
What are the symptoms of a failed front ABS sensor?
A failed front ABS sensor typically triggers the ABS warning light and can disable anti-lock braking. Damaged wiring, a cracked sensor tip, or debris on the exciter ring are common causes on Defender and Discovery 1 front axles.
Can I fit the front ABS sensor myself?
Fitting the front ABS sensor is usually straightforward, unbolting the old sensor from the axle housing and routing the new lead to the connector. Basic hand tools are enough. Make sure the sensor tip and exciter ring are clean before refitting.

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