esp sensor for my car

Replace a Spare part ESP sensor – a defective one or if the limit of use has been already reached. Find out useful information about ESP sensor

The longitudinal accelerometer measures external forces that act on the vehicle and uses these readings to prevent both skidding when maneuvering and wheel slips. It is a part of an adaptive suspension and electronic stability program.

5 tips on maintaining and replacing longitudinal accelerometer

1. The longitudinal accelerometer doesn’t have a defined service life, therefore, it only needs to be replaced when it stops working.
2. If you do not have relevant experience and the necessary equipment, visiting a repair shop to replace the part is recommended. This is because the installation requires strict observance of the tightening torque and sometimes, initialization using a computer is necessary.
3. Depending on the vehicle design, the device can be located in different places, for example, under the steering wheel column, driver’s seat or between the front seats. If you choose to replace the spare by yourself, read vehicle’s technical documents carefully.
4. Protect the longitudinal accelerometer from any impacts as it is fragile.
5. Do not try to repair a faulty device as it is generally not possible. Therefore, it is recommended to replace the part.

Common problems with longitudinal accelerometers - causes and symptoms.

• Burnt out microchip. This can be caused by temperature change inside the car. If this issue has occurred, the ESP malfunction indicator will turn on. The corresponding error message will also appear during computer diagnostic tests.
• Contact oxidation. This is normally a consequence of exposure to moisture that has got inside the car. This could happen if the part is located under the driver’s seat near the floor, for example. In some cars, the cause of contact oxidation is a clogged sunroof drainage system. An indicator of this issue is the electronic stability program sign appearing on the dashboard. This issue will also be flagged up by a computer diagnostic tests carried out in a vehicle repair shop.

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