1998 Ford Explorer ABS sensor

Tiny
WRAMPH
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  • 1998 FORD EXPLORER
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 149,000 MILES
I was told I have a bad abs sensor in my right front wheel. I was told I have to change the rotor with the sensor because it isn't seperate. Is this true? Can't I just replace the sensor?
Monday, January 7th, 2008 AT 8:11 PM

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Tiny
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The person that told you that was wrong on two accounts.
1. It's not the rotor that the speed sensor is part of, but the wheel hub. A new one that will last you a few years can run up to about $225 for the part if you can change it youself. Get a repair manuel when you buy the part if you go that route.
2. You can change the sensor itself, but they run about $160 and you can only get them from a Ford dealler. This is a much easier repair, but you may find out latter that the hub needed replaced also. You should get the hub checked by a mechanic before you do this repair. :)
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Friday, January 11th, 2008 AT 11:50 PM

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