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Wheel Sensor Inspection

  1. Clean the encoder, and make sure no metal or other debris is stuck to the encoder surface.
  2. Check the magnetic encoder (A) and pulser (B) for damage. If cracked or damaged, replace the encoder or pulser.

    Front 

    Fig 1: Checking Magnetic Encoder & Pulser - Front
    G03661417Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

    Rear 

    Fig 2: Checking Magnetic Encoder & Pulser - Rear
    G03661418Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Measure the air gap between the wheel sensor (C) and the magnetic encoder or pulser all the way around while rotating the encoder.

    Standard: 

    1. Front: 0.5-1.2 mm (0.02-0.05 in.) 
    2. Rear: 0.4-1.1 mm (0.02-0.04 in.)