BMW E46 ABS ASC handbrake light on FIX (REAR ABS sensor replacement)

6 minute tutorial showing how to replace a REAR abs speedo sensor in a 2001 bmw e46 320d
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[@mikethacker8558]

How did you know which wheel sensor to check?

[@keremkrmz4671]

+1

[@oneminutefixed5003]

These 3 lights indicate a problem with rear sensors (most of the time), if speedo doesn't work, problem is in the rear driver side (left side driver)

[@hitom43]

@@oneminutefixed5003Yup, drove today through some puddles and I get some christmas lights and a non functioning speedo. Hope a good cleaning with some electrical spray will fix it, else new one asap because in a week I have the annual tehnical inspection. XD

[@christiankeller2676]

This video was truly the most helpful for my problem thank you!!

[@vidneau6513]

A very good help for me. Thank you soo much

[@Motosikletcidayi]

Thank you for video they are wanto to 500 dolar for this tings ı ıı do by myself like you thanks bro

[@americanexpress888]

thank you so much! great full hd video. awesome work!

[@rikymalone]

hello friend, before do this you scanned the car? the scan shows what speed sensor hace the problem? thank you

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Hello, i didn't scan it this time, but after I got the scanner it indicated the faulty sensor

[@jayjoe850]

I replaced my abs sensor and the light turned off after driving around for a little then it cut back on about 10 minutes later . I went inside for about 15 minutes cam back out to go to the grocery store and it cut right back on an now it's staying on . What could be my problem ?

[@BurbuL997]

How did you know which wheel sensor to check?

[@OliverGottberg]

I assume you got this sorted by now but use an obd scan tool and it will tell you which one, in my case it says "Wheel speed sensor rear right"

[@50shadesofadnan70]

Hi When I start my BMW 320Ci 2004 The yellow lights turn on ( EML, 4X4 , handbreak ) How to fix it ? Thanx a loooot

[@sbrave]

Is there a sensor for each wheel? How do you know which to replace? I'm not getting any codes from ODB, and I only have the yellow triangle light on.

[@ownalicous1]

cant get my sensor out for the life of me

[@MrMalchik100]

Thank you very much for video! my E46 (compact) those lights came on after passing 10-15-20 km from the beginning of the movement. Sometimes - no lights came on Computer diagnostics he says - ABS block problem. If is ABS block problem, why disappear? Please tell me something

[@Carleto76]

Hi, when you had the warning lights come on, did your ABS and Traction control stop working? That's what's happened when my warning lights come on, thanks for help

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Hi, yes! Cleaning them solved the problem for about a month, had to replace them all. Total cost 80€

[@bayfinest1938]

I have 2004 bmw it has all the Waring light you shown plus the brake light any idea

[@jcue]

great video. but not using an axle stand to support the vehicle while working under the car is madness mate. just saying

[@LetMeCookFR123]

Especially with the kind of jack he’s using. He’s insane lol

[@TheProjectDprojectd]

my 2001 BMW E46 325i. same thing happens. but on the scanner it has no fault code.

[@jaysonbowe2747]

How do you tell if its the front or rear sensor causing those lights to pop up?

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Jayson Bowe hey there, if you only have the ASC\DSC + ABS light on (yellow ones) it is front wheel related, handbrake indicates problem in the rear wheels. One thing to notice though, the abs \ asc module is located in the engine bay which causes the soldering to go dry and crack, these bad contacts may also be the culprits.

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Jayson Bowe i say if you dont have the odb2 cables to check where the problem is, jsut spray the contacts (with contact spray) on the sensor plugs first and see if the problem goes away, you don't even have to take the wheels off to perform this

[@HotOffThePressFilms]

What woman gonna do that? Shit cost hundreds of dollars.

[@bimmerDallasBikersUnitedDBUCan]

I have a E46 wagon Andy abs is on park brake light and my speedometer don't work any help

[@hmongkieyaaj1491]

I replaced all 4 speed sensors on my 02 325ci and the speedometer still does'nt work + odometer. Also lights abs, dsc, brake, and handbrake lights still on. What do I do?

[@koenmeijer3376]

Hi, I have the same issue. What fixed it for you?

[@don_walker1]

I did all 4 and the lights are still on

[@mrklobouk]

I have Diag code 5df5,i have damaged abs/asc pump cube

[@mahmoudmohamed-dp4br]

one question please? this stopped the when light it ? because I have all this light but when I'm driving car light on and mator stopped? give me answer please?

[@oneminutefixed5003]

the lights go off while driving? sometimes don't ? that is definitely sensor related ! replace them and clean the flange (not shown in this video)

[@grahamclayclay360]

My front had 8mm bolt happy days but not the back

[@Haze508]

Great vid !! How do u know which speed sensor it is to change ? And is the speed senser the same as a abs sensor ? My speedometer is off plus the brake light and dsc

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Hey man, abs sensor/speedo sensor it's all referring to the same piece. The problem you describe indicates possible rear abs sensor fault, check driver side abs sensor, clean both ends with wd40 and contact spray on the plug. Do the lights come on and off? Or so they stay permanent?

[@Haze508]

+OneMinuteFixed sorry for the delay,oh ok lol . Yeah the lights are staying on permanently.my speedometer was going and coming back every now and then but now that's gone permanently also

[@Haze508]

+OneMinuteFixed also if I replace that, will my DSC engage again ?

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Yes it will, I had the exact same problem and it was the rear speed sensor on the drivers side that went bad completely

[@Haze508]

+OneMinuteFixed you are a lifesaver bro !! We just got all this snow in my DSC has been off, easy fix I wish I saw this a week ago lol . Thanks for your help .👍🏾

[@paulteran6924]

I need to fix this problem on my car

[@matinbani]

Do you think those lights would also turn on because of a control arm?

[@georgekim933]

Control arm is mechanical.

[@mxlvxrn_1019]

I have this but its not every time, somtimes its not on or goes off if i drive some time

[@maximrabah2169]

Please help or advise I have problem with my e46 325i /2001 When I start the car and see this sign faulty transmission , the car can drive on reverse and other gears except for first gear. If I start the car and sign does not show on dashboard, the car only drives on first gear 35 Km speed max. Took it to many mechanics and nobody could fix it. First guy said he fixed alternator and reprogrammed ECM , The second told me to check and change Positon switch which I did today and still problem not fixed .Now they are saying its the alternator which the first guy fixed.

[@ticatiksi]

Thank you bro

[@jaimemoreno3402]

I have the same car I have the light on for cruise control and seatbelt I have replace the controler for the steering wheel and the lock for the seat belt all the unit with sensor and tge light won't go away can someone help?

[@nikolajovanovski2431]

Hi i have bmw 530d 1999 i rèplaced back right abs sensor andl put on the dijagnostic and doesnt work(code 31.right back sensor)

[@redflagNeagle]

Hello my son has 08 535xi one night he got stuck in mud he eventually came out of it and then lights showed up. Brake/Abs/traction control/4×4 any advice would be greatly appreciated

[@noohall9213]

Please tell ! My speedo dead as well, Rear near side ????????? Or. Rear off side replace ?????????? Please tell me TY

[@oneminutefixed5003]

shoudl be rear near side left hand drive

[@emmanuelafotey5109]

thanks a lot for showing us how to replace the ABS sensor,please where can how can I get a brand new to buy.

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Hey there, I got this aftermarket off ebay. As you can see, this one specifically didn't fit very well, but it's worth the shot at 20€ shipped (was the only one that didn't fit well). You can also get them at BMW for 100€ a piece. Never buy these used

[@MrMaxLions]

This problem keeps coming back. Is it caused by dirt in the sensor ? Surely they designed that into the thing considering it lives under the car all its life! Such an annoying dash warning light too. And recurring. BMW if you are reading this: you fooked up

[@sledgebeast]

So just going by memory... On a US Model Isn't the Rear Left Drivers Side Sensor the one that is also responsible for the Speedometer. So if I have all the symptoms except for my Speedometer is still working this time??? Wouldn't It likely be the Rear Right Passenger side Sensor. or... While on that train of thought I find myself wondering when either of the front sensors fail How does the fault present itself and how would someone determine which sensor in that situation? I haven't had a front one to replace yet unless that's what's happened this time around?

[@ryandelacruz4740]

I have a BMW 325i 2001 and the DSC and brake light both come on randomly . They turn off when I turn the car back on, I drive for a little bit the dsc light blinks by its self and my car makes a strange vibration then the brake light in yellow comes along with it and the car is normal again . How Can I fix this?

[@alaaiff]

KM/I

[@oegesauto5619]

I have the triangle circle light only . Not ABS what could that mean anyone ??

[@drugi01]

Konečne niekto normalny

[@hardbmxrock]

Boas, tenho esse diagnósticode luzes quando tento ligar o carro e acaba por não pegar. Já o levei a um eletricista q fez reparações no alternador, mas passado duas semanas o problema ainda se mantem. Alguma ideia de qual possa ser o problema?

[@mighel8868]

What is to do if only from DSC and ABS light is ON not the handbreak light?

[@kostasselenis2202]

Hi, If these 3 lights are on it is defi etly the problem with a sensor? If so how to know which one? I had those 3 lights coming up all at the same time while driving, and going off after 10minutes. Done mb 200 miles did not came back on. Any ideas?

[@zekpog]

Thank you so much, youre a freaking legend.

[@juanjoseosoriomartinez5400]

I have the same problem in my bmw e90 .... I will change the sensor.. I hope it works

[@uzi4122]

Replaced both front and lights still on! (ABS and traction control only)

[@ZachWirchak]

Does the ABS still work when the light is on? My traction control light stays on, but my ABS still works. Can a bad wheel speed sensor cause the traction control to stop working, but still allow the ABS to work?

[@xiaopiao]

If the ABS light is on then the ABS will not work. I think a bad wheel speed sensor can cause t-control to stop working but not the abs, but im not sure tho. For me i think both the ASC and ABS lights came on at the same time. Try cleaning front ones and see if the problem is solved, if that didn't work then clean the rear ones.

[@bennyreyes1877]

I didn't see the results 😫

[@pltbn]

thanks

[@manuelpinto3051]

Hi. My 2003 320d shows the same lights, (handbrake, ABS, and the triangle with an arrow around it) how do I know wich wheel sensor is in need of cleaning/changing? Am I only able to know that by connecting to the "computer" in the obdII port?

[@motshericharles4977]

Mine has this issue but I'm amazed because it loses power too...what can be wrong can this sensors be the issue

[@alexg8460]

Can you help me out , i have all 3 lights but my brake light is in red? This means its one of my Rear sensors is bad because brake light is red while driving and abs and dsc is on yellow? Thankyou so much!

[@florianhardy9789]

hello it was the abs sensor of which side please? back? because I even saw on my 320d

[@michaelgill494]

the front is far easier..but with my handbrake light on I need to check my rears .... thank you very much

[@LuisRodrigues-nd2jj]

Boas, parabéns pelo excelente video. Tenho as mesmas luzes acesas levei a uma oficina ligaram os cabos e não acusou nada, é possível? devo substituir mesmo assim? Cumprimentos

[@oneminutefixed5003]

boas, não acusou nada e tem luzes ? não pode, podem talvez não ter tido resposta do modulo de abs ou canbus, aí é uma historia diferente

[@charleshelling7068]

Geat video I have e46 I took it for a drive went to stop and take off again and it wouldn't move so I put it in reverse and back into drive and it went again it shifts good runs great and my anti control light is on do u know if this is problem

[@jackritchie2798]

Hi I changed the left one and didn’t fix the problem

[@idreesismail57]

Hi. I'm from South Africa. I have the same car. had my front suspension done over, and my tyre pressure and traction/handbrake lights are remaining on. I am unable to reset the lights using the buttons below Aircon control unit. Read elsewhere that the lights come on if alignment isn't done. I had the alignment done, and the lights are still on. any tips on resetting them? I have checked my ABS sensors, and none of them appear to be damaged. The lights only came on after driving about 15kms away from the workshop where I had the suspension done. Any tips or advice would be appreciated. Thank you.

[@ДенисДенис-м8г5у]

Здравствуйте поменял задний правый датчик,но проблемма неушла все ровно горит ABS

[@radiknazmiev]

Если спидометр не работает то нужно менять сенсор за водителем(левый задний), если работает то противоположный (правый задний)

[@ДенисДенис-м8г5у]

@@radiknazmiev спасибо!

[@canalfixe]

Do u have the part nr? I have a bmw E46 330i ( year 2000)

[@condrix]

My rear sensor has to be long. Strange...

[@gogapataridze6426]

Thanks 👌❤

[@rezapratama9530]

Thank you so much after seeing your video i can save more money ..and it's work..thanks from new Zealand

[@oneminutefixed5003]

glad to know i was able to help!

[@Sanjudastadeo804]

Just the trick to re sell it again

[@snpv7679]

My car error wheel speed sensor rear rigth and bmw scanner error is white and brake red and abs asc yellow.my sensor is new.ebay.install the mecanic .not very well?

[@oneminutefixed5003]

i bought all my sensors from ebay, one of them, although it looked exactly like OEM , it didnt fit well and ended up failing after one year

[@imnota]

I got this exact problem while driving to work in heavy rain, my bmw scanner 1.4 says it's the rear left. I ordered a new one since it was only 13€, it's not worth it to try to clean it and spend all the time removing the wheel and having a chance it's actually broken instead of just being dirty. But honestly it's probably either just dirty or has corrosion in the connector since it happened in the rain.

[@kemeron5759]

the sensor is only on one side or both side?

[@12CROWN]

Hi i have to Share some Thing. just like i talk about the abs and hand break light on my e46. the thing is that if i start the car without hand break and without putting foot on break padle the all lights goes off, but if i start the car with breaks or with hand break the lights of abs and hand break comes on the board computer if you have any idea abut that problem please please please rlp me thanks regards zaidi

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Only way to sort out those weird problems is by using a diagnostic tool like inpa or pa soft, I have a video review on it

[@humbertholzmann674]

hi I'm having the same problem with all of three lights on ( orange triangle in the middle dashboard, red breaks and orange abs light on the right. my mecanick did the diagnose with a non original software and it came up error with ABS dsc module. What have i to do now? I have already taked and payd him for other maintenaces of the car (oil change, filter, breaks pads, tensioner and a little lost of oil from a sensor in the engine. He can't do this restoration coz he's not able with his instrumentation. Can you help me the right software and cable to try my self reading errors. I'm fast pretty sure I need the K-DCAN cable but for what concern the SW I'm totaly insicure. Do you really know if once changed some abs wheel sensor lights will go off? thanks in advance .Great video . Subscribed your channel. My car is a 318i e46 2002 143ps

[@rikymalone]

hello, i reply to many years ago but if you are still alive and remember if you fixed the problem canyou tell me what do yo do? i have the same car i can get the problem with the abs module with this tree lights thak you

[@09mchour]

My DSC/ABS/Handbrake are all on but Diagnose machine is saying Left Front Speed Sensor..No thing showing about the rear wheels..do I just replace the front or???

[@oneminutefixed5003]

keith slimdunkin That is odd since the handbrake usually indicates a problem with the rear ones. Before replacing check out the contacts on the plug and spray with contact spray if needed. Ideally you'll want to make sure enough voltage is being delivered to this sensor by using a multimeter . Lastly, you can try to pull out the abs sensor from the socket but do not force it too much or you'll end up breaking it. Also, if you are going to buy aftermarket , non oem sensors , keep in mind that the plugs don't fit too well and they don't make the distinction between left and right wheels.

[@oneminutefixed5003]

keith slimdunkin also note that if the lights come on while driving this could indicate the steering angle sensor need recalibrating (achievable with DIS). The anti-lock system in this car is very complex and requires a bunch of parts to work correctly

[@terregles09]

How do you know whether its the left or right sensor thats faulty ?

[@marcoaurelio6941]

Ola. O velocímetro também deixou de funcionar no teu caso? Obrigado

[@oneminutefixed5003]

sim, o que avariou nesse caso foi o traseiro lado do condutor

[@700chepe]

How i know wich sensor is not working

[@garybuster8624]

where is the video located from when you changed the front

[@ignatiushobson4389]

Loved the video. My Problem. . I have a 1999 BMW 328i sedan. Had my brake fluid and all other fluids changed out. New brake pads and, rotors changed out March of this year. Last month my rear Differential failed and now that that was replaced the ABS lights stays on and the brakes seem hot to the touch after short drives. Might the brakes be engaged?? The rotors feel hot when I have done very little braking and I am looking at replacing all the ABS sensors. Suggestions please.

[@oneminutefixed5003]

only a diagnostic tool will tell you the exact meaning of those lights, most commonly these are ABS sensor faults. Since you mention the differential, try checking first if they are plugged properly, if they are, you can risk buying the rear ones first, you'll spend about 40US on both shipped

[@samsanyang9252]

Awesome video. Thumps to you....

[@mihaigheorghe8682]

Thanks

[@B-smart.]

Hi Thanks for the video it's really helpful What is the other cable for?

[@unknownplauer9941]

Brake pad sensor

[@gilbertc.1169]

Hi, in france for exemple, for any left hand driving i have to change , rear left sensor or the same like you, the right sensor?

[@imnota]

Le mieux c'est de faire un scan obd2 sur la voiture ça te donnera directement lequel est défectueux. D'après les forums si tu as le compteur de vitesse qui va plus, l'abs, le traction control et le frein à main qui est allumé, c'est l'arrière gauche, et il y a des différents symptômes pour les autres. En tout cas sur la mienne c'était correct, parce que j'avais ces symptômes et l'ordinateur m'indique bel et bien l'arrière gauche. On verra au remplacement, j'ai commandé la pièce je regardais justement cette vidéo pour voir un peu comment c'est fait. Perso je me fierais pas trop à ces rumeurs, pas sur que ce soit pas une coïncidence dans mon cas. Je te conseille quand même de faire un scan, soit t'as un pote garagiste, soit tu peux acheter le tien, moi j'ai acheté un BMW scanner 1.4 sur eBay ça coute 15€, tu peux même faire du coding, juste pour installer le software sous Windows 10 faut un peu bidouiller. Sinon il y a les ELM327 ça coute moins de 10€, c'est pour toutes les voitures, ça se connecte en bluetooth sur un téléphone android et avec l'appli torque tu sais lire les codes défaut.

[@vaishak8]

hi i have ASC,ABS both in yellow and HANDBRAKE light in red when driving. C110 showed up 5df5 internal unit fault. Any idea? thnx

[@krzysiekv12]

Did you fix it? I have the same error

[@dellanadya2816]

How if the light is still on after you clean up and change the sensor? Is it doesn't matter? In my case the light is still on

[@oneminutefixed5003]

From these experiences, I learned that cleaning the sensors is just a temporary solution from the problem. These need to be replaced. Keep in mind that these lights probably indicate sensor failure, it is also possible (but no common) that It also refers to problems with the abs module. Only diagnostic tool can tell

[@jessedorman7805]

Same on my 01 X5 3.0i. Dead speedo, abs light, park brake light.

[@theoneand0nly874]

Did u fix it

[@norbertkertesz7036]

Hi, the video is great, pls help someone. I have some problem with my e46 320d facelift touring about the abs. The codes: 5DF4, 5DC0, 5DC1, 5DC3. , Abs sensor is new.. Any idea? :(

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Hey there, I can't remember the codes because I don't have the car anymore, but have you swaped both? Remember you must drive a few meters for the lights to go off

[@norbertkertesz7036]

The problem is with rear right (by code). If I delete with pc the code then it will come back in about 1 minute. Abs cube?

[@dieser_boy400]

how many sensors does an e46 have on the rear axle? 2 on each side or 1

[@comissarmemo9013]

Hi there .i have sort of the same problem .Sort of cuz the ABS is working fine dsc and parking break light are both on (yellow) .Tried to dioagnose it with computer but it showed nothing . DO you hvae any ide what it might be ..??anyone ??

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Do an odometer test to check if all lights are working, which program are you using to diagnose?

[@comissarmemo9013]

the lights are working fine . the mechanic did the test i have no idea what program he used.

[@Motosikletcidayi]

I changed my 46 front abs sensör its working any more

[@EmreKy]

Abi merhana tesaduf senin mesajina denk geldim Bende 3 18 e 46 kasa var Asc ile ilgili gösterge panelinde hiç ışığı yanmiyor asc tuşu var ama Bu kablo ile alakali olabilirmi acaba bilginiz varmidir tesekurler.

[@americanexpress888]

how do you know it is not actually an abs module?

[@oneminutefixed5003]

You don't unless you read the codes with a diagnostic tool, what lights do you have on?

[@alpine861]

+OneMinuteFixed i have three lights are on. Dsc, abs and brake light as you shown on the video

[@oneminutefixed5003]

+KYUNG BAEK are they on permanently? Or does the problem occur only sometimes? Was it something that happened instantly or did it start occurring more and more?

[@alpine861]

+OneMinuteFixed I don't drive much these days but the lights are on most of the time then off for few hours or few days then they are back on. I would say 85% of the time they are on.

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Okay that is most likely a failing or dirty sensor, you can try cleaning them but in either case you'll always need to clean the flange (behind the brake pad)

[@davidambris7680]

so your saying those lights mean that it will only be the rear speed sensors

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Hi, these 3 with these colors, 90% of the time, yes. Only diagnostic tool will guarantee that. Try cleaning first, if the lights go away you know you need to replace these parts. Good news is, these cost 18€ shipped

[@kribar96]

I had a bad abs sensor on the right rear, but it was stuck. For it to get out i had to split the housing. 4 torix bolts on the back. It had to be drilled out. Even if i cleanded the surface with sandpaper the new sensor would be hard to get in and out. Which wasnt a big deal cause the bolt broke anyways.

[@etylio2]

in my e46 i have these abs and asc handbrakes lights on, plus the car lights, the four of them, any idea ? i have a picture i would send it but i cant here

[@12CROWN]

hi also when on speedo meter is on 0mph just remove the abs and acs fues from the fues box for about 1 mint and put then back. also dignoses system fuse.

[@tamati1633]

Is if safe to drive with these 3 lights on?

[@matteo94164]

yeah it’s safe if you know what you’re doing, just keep in mind you will have no traction or stability control, and you will have no antilock brakes while the errors are active

[@jcarvideosma3198]

Could that be the reason I can’t do a burnout cause of the lights on the dash and that’s why the light in the middle is on and won’t let me loose traction cause of the sensors

[@Bemaritohtori]

When the light comes on traction control and abs are shut down. So you just need to work on that burnout

[@Brigstube]

Will this same process work on a 2005 545i e60?

[@oneminutefixed5003]

It seems like the system is identical so yeah it should be more or less the same procedure

[@olib6417]

I have these lights on but also the speedo isn't working and fuel gauge doesn't read properly,would this still be the problem??

[@carosbara]

Oli B same idk the problem

[@olib6417]

Carlos Barajas this was the problem,removing it from behind the wheel was a right bitch tho,grime pretty much welded it!

[@carmelovega8738]

How do you know which one to replace ?

[@dawidjedrzejczak225]

Install INPA program for BMW. Then you can check which one sensor is faulty.

[@NaRuTo140692]

Big Help, Thanks!

[@318ci]

Am i the only one who had the feeling that the car was more direct with the ABS sensor failure? Throttle response was way better before i fixed it

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Kinda makes sense since this prevents car from drifting

[@1990Ncosta]

just my heater doesn't work if you found a way to clean it. pls add in your channel. happens that when turn on the eater only blowing cold but no hot... and is 2C degrees in the uk. plsss is to cold help me out thanks in advance mate

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Nuno Costa when my heater stopped working I had to swap FSR /FSU, stands for final stage resistor and its a pain to swap

[@1990Ncosta]

its beter then spend money i can say fortune in garages mate. thanks i will double check on internet how to do it

[@grahampitts4441]

My ABS, Asc and hand break light came on but also the spedo is stuck on 0mph, was your spedo affected by bad sensors or have I got a separate fault to the spedo? Cheers

[@oneminutefixed5003]

Yes, that would be the rear driver's side abs sensor. It could be just dirty, mine was broken (literally cut in half) clean it, if the light comes back on later you'll have to clean the insides behind the rotor

[@JordanPerrier]

thank you same thing here.