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Question

What causes automotive ABS wheel speed sensor tone ring "corrosion"?

Answer

Moisture exposure and road salt accumulation.

Explain

Corroded tone rings provide inaccurate sensor signals. CHEPQ recommends cleaning tone rings regularly and applying anti-corrosion treatment—preventing corrosion extends tone ring life.

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