A Faulty ABS System Can be Diagnosed at European Car Service Center of Dallas

Posted on | 21 Jun 2019 By Anita Gaal

Anti-lock brakes have quickly become a staple of modern automobiles. They are crucial in preventing skidding during braking and hydroplaning in situations where there is heavy precipitation.

With more cars on the road than ever, it is important to be able to brake quickly at high speeds in anticipation of the actions of other cars. With that being said, having problems with your anti-lock brakes can be extremely dangerous when cruising at high speeds on the highway. Your car may not be able to stop in time, causing excessive skidding and sliding and making deadly impacts with other cars or objects more likely.

It is important to be attentive to potential problems with your brakes while driving and figure out the best way to rectify the situation when these problems arise. A trusted mechanic with years of relevant experience working on European automobiles will be your best bet in any case. Let’s take a look at the ABS system and where to go for help.

Symptoms of a Failing ABS System

There are a few different symptoms that a failing ABS system may exhibit. The brake pedal may become unresponsive, causing the automobile to stop much slower than usual. The inability to stop your automobile in an adequate amount of time is an obvious problem, one that you will notice immediately and one that will require immediate attention from a trained mechanic. The brake pedal will only get more unresponsive with time if not attended to.

Another common sign that your ABS may be malfunctioning is the ABS light illuminating. This could be the check engine light, if the car is an older model. The ABS system might also need to be replaced if the brakes are exhibiting any locking up when driving at lower to moderate speeds. The ABS is only supposed to engage when traveling at high speeds or other heavy braking activity.

Additionally, an indication of an ABS problem is a wheel speed sensor fault, which monitors the speed of the wheel and relays this information to the ECU. If your ABS light is on, this could be a potential cause. A wheel speed sensor fault can affect other functions of the automobile, especially the ABS system. This will require a replacement.

What to Do In Case of an ABS Malfunction

In some cases, your car may still be safe to drive in the short term. If your ABS light is on, but you do not notice any other symptoms of ABS failure while driving the car, it is most likely safe to drive. However, if it stays on, or if the brake warning light comes on in addition to the ABS/check engine light, you should stop driving your automobile immediately and get it looked at.

You obviously cannot afford to take any chances on the open road with faulty brakes that may or may not work correctly. Your car may have negligible problems in the short term, but ideally you will want to prevent these problems before they get to be more costly or even life threatening.

Some drivers are under the illusion that ABS problems do not need to be fixed immediately, hoping to save their money until the problem gets significant enough that they cannot ignore it anymore. This perception is fed by the fact that many state vehicle inspections do not adequately test the ABS system or do not require the ABS to be in perfect working order to pass the examination.

Finding an Alternative to Your Dealership Garage

Many of us have had negative experiences taking our automobiles to the dealership for repair. Often times, the dealership experience feels rushed and impersonal and sometimes results in a more expensive bill as well.

Luckily for those who live in the greater Dallas area, Euro Automotive is just around the corner. Euro Automotive specializes in luxury European import makes and models, such as BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Porsche, Jaguar, and many more. If your ABS system is experiencing any of the problems described above, and you live in the vicinity of Dallas, Garland, Arlington, or Fort Worth, you owe it to yourself and your automobile to come into Euro Automotive today.

We are conveniently located in North Dallas, easily accessible from the entire Metroplex. Don’t take a chance on a potentially serious problem with the brake system of your luxury automobile. Put your trust into the skilled technicians at Euro Automotive and drive away with peace of mind and a safe vehicle.