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Servicing Import ABS Systems Fresno CA

Import anti-lock brake systems (ABS) are pretty much the same as domestic ABS systems. In fact, the same OEM suppliers who make the ABS system components for import vehicle manufacturers also make them for domestic vehicle manufacturers. The differences that do exist are typically limited to calibration, diagnostic codes and procedures, and wiring.

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Servicing Import ABS Systems

Import anti-lock brake systems (ABS) are pretty much the same as domestic ABS systems. In fact, the same OEM suppliers who make the ABS system components for import vehicle manufacturers also make them for domestic vehicle manufacturers. The differences that do exist are typically limited to calibration, diagnostic codes and procedures, and wiring.

The ABS systems we're talking about are ones made by Bosch, Kelsey-Hayes and Teves that have been used on both domestic and import vehicles. Various generations of Bosch ABS (Bosch 2, 5.0, 5.3, 5.7 and 8) can be found on numerous Japanese, European and domestic makes. Kelsey-Hayes is probably best known for their RWAL (rear wheel anti-lock system) and on Ford, GMC and Dodge trucks, but their 4WAL (four-wheel anti-lock) and EBC (electronic brake control) systems are used on various import, as well as domestic, trucks and SUVs. Teves (actually Continental Teves) likewise has its ABS systems on BMW, Chrysler, Ford, GM, Honda, Saab (now owned by GM) and Volkswagen models.

Bendix is another company who was in the ABS business for many years, and supplied systems to Chrysler and Jeep, but also Ford for their Contour model from 1995-98. But the Bendix ABS division was bought out by Bosch a number of years ago and is no more.

Delphi (formerly AC Delco) is another major supplier of ABS systems. But Delphi Powermaster III, ABS-VI and DBC-7 systems are only found on GM makes.

Other major OEM ABS suppliers include Nippondenso (for In...

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