Acura Ilx ABS Wheel Speed Sensor in US

Your Acura Ilx ABS wheel speed sensor is the component that makes anti-lock braking possible on your Ilx. It monitors the rotational speed of each wheel in real time and sends that data to the Acura Ilx ABS control module, which uses it to prevent wheel lockup during emergency stops. When a sensor fails on your Ilx, your ABS loses the input it needs. On wet, icy, or gravel road surfaces, the difference between a controlled stop and a skid can come down to whether your Acura Ilx wheel speed data is reaching the module.

What Is the ABS Wheel Speed Sensor on Your Acura Ilx

The ABS wheel speed sensor on the Acura Ilx is an electromagnetic or Hall-effect sensor mounted near each wheel hub or bearing assembly of your Ilx. It generates an electronic signal as a toothed reluctor ring rotates past it, producing a frequency the Ilx ABS module interprets as wheel speed. On most modern Acura Ilx vehicles, this same data feeds the traction control system, electronic stability control, and electronic brake force distribution, making a functioning wheel speed sensor critical to the safe operation of multiple Ilx systems simultaneously.

Signs of a Failing ABS Wheel Speed Sensor on the Acura Ilx

• ABS warning light on your Acura Ilx dashboard, the most common first indicator of a failing sensor
• Traction control or stability control warning light illuminated alongside the Ilx ABS light
• ABS activating on your Acura Ilx during normal stops at low speed where it should not engage
• Complete ABS deactivation on the Ilx, wheels lock under hard braking on wet or icy roads
• Speedometer on your Acura Ilx reading erratically or dropping to zero at speed
• Fault codes in the C0035 to C0050 range stored in the Acura Ilx ABS control module

Passive vs. Active ABS Sensors for the Acura Ilx

GeoBrakes stocks both passive and active ABS wheel speed sensors for the Acura Ilx. Passive sensors use an analog signal and are found on older Ilx vehicles and many trucks still in service. Active Hall-effect sensors require a small power supply and output a clean digital signal, offering greater accuracy at very low speeds. Active sensors are standard on most Acura Ilx vehicles manufactured after the mid-2000s and are required for full compatibility with modern Ilx traction and stability control systems.

Why GeoBrakes for the Acura Ilx ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

Signal accuracy matters as much as fitment with Acura Ilx wheel speed sensors. A sensor that generates the correct frequency for your Ilx ABS module ensures consistent ABS calibration, proper traction control thresholds, and accurate stability control response on your Acura Ilx. Every sensor in the GeoBrakes catalogue is matched to the Acura Ilx through our vehicle selector, with front and rear positions listed separately to eliminate position errors on your Ilx.

Frequently Asked Questions - Acura Ilx ABS Wheel Speed Sensor

Can I drive my Acura Ilx with a faulty ABS wheel speed sensor?

You can drive the Acura Ilx with a failed ABS sensor, but the anti-lock braking system on your Ilx will be completely disabled. On icy or wet American roads, this significantly increases stopping distances and the risk of losing steering control during hard braking on your Acura Ilx. Replacing a failed sensor promptly is strongly recommended, particularly before winter.

How do I find the right ABS sensor for my Acura Ilx?

Use the GeoBrakes vehicle selector and enter the Acura Ilx year, make, and model. The system displays only the sensors confirmed to fit the Acura Ilx, with front and rear positions listed separately. Select the position matching the sensor you are replacing on your Ilx to avoid receiving the wrong unit.

Do I need to replace all four ABS sensors on my Acura Ilx at the same time?

No. ABS wheel speed sensors on the Acura Ilx are independent components and only the failed unit needs to be replaced. However, if your Ilx has high mileage and one sensor has failed, it is worth visually inspecting the connectors on the other Acura Ilx sensors for corrosion while the wheel is removed.