Lexus RX (RX 350L, RX450h) 2016-2025 Repair Manual: ABS Operates Before Necessary When Braking

DESCRIPTION

Troubleshooting for when ABS operates too soon due to a noisy signal from the speed sensor, a difference in output, etc.

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • After replacing or removing and installing a speed sensor, perform Dealer Mode (Signal Check) inspection to confirm that the speed sensors are operating correctly.

    Click here

  • After replacing or removing and installing a speed sensor rotor, perform Dealer Mode (Signal Check) inspection to confirm that the speed sensors are operating correctly.

    Click here

PROCEDURE

1.

PERFORM DEALER MODE (SIGNAL CHECK) INSPECTION (SPEED SENSOR CHECK)

(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(b) Turn the engine switch on (IG).

(c) Enter the following menus: Chassis / Brake/EPB / Utility / Signal Check.

(d) Using the Techstream, perform a Dealer Mode (Signal Check) inspection sensor check and check that speed sensor Dealer Mode (Signal Check) inspection items change from incomplete to complete.

Click here

Chassis > Brake/EPB > Utility

Tester Display

Signal Check

OK:

Speed sensor Dealer Mode (Signal Check) inspection items change from incomplete to complete.

Result

Proceed to

OK (for Rear (AWD), Front)

A

OK (for Rear (2WD))

B

NG

C

NOTICE:

  • When cleaning the front speed sensor and rear speed sensor (for AWD), make sure to clean the installation hole before installation.
  • Do not use parts cleaner when cleaning the front speed sensor rotor and rear speed sensor rotor (for AWD).

HINT:

The rear speed sensor and rear speed sensor rotor are incorporated into the rear axle hub and bearing assembly. (for 2WD)

If the rear speed sensor and rear speed sensor rotor need to be replaced, replace the rear axle hub and bearing assembly. (for 2WD)

A

CLEAN SPEED SENSOR AND SPEED SENSOR ROTOR

B

REPLACE REAR AXLE HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY

C

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