Jaguar X-Type ABS System Parts
The anti-lock braking system in your Jaguar X-Type helps to prevent your wheels from locking up while braking. This safety feature is vital to reducing the likelihood of losing control on wet and icy roads. Choose from a variety of replacement Jaguar X-Type ABS parts to keep your vehicle in proper working order.
What are some tips for selecting ABS system parts?Selecting replacement parts for your ABS can be overwhelming with the wide variety of options available. Following these guidelines can help with the selection process:
- Choose parts that are compatible with your existing ABS. You need to have information on the make, model, and year of your car. You should also know the production date of your Jaguar X-Type in case the manufacturer switched parts in the middle of the production year.
- Select a brand. You have the option of selecting from OEM and aftermarket replacement options.
- If you are only replacing parts for a specific wheel, make sure that you select the correct sensor. Some sensors are interchangeable, but others are specific to the tire so that it can communicate with the computer in your Jaguar X-Type.
The ABS for your Jaguar X-Type consists of different parts that aid in the safety of your car. Understanding the various parts in your ABS helps with selecting replacement parts.
- ABS wheel speed sensor unit. These sensors send information to the computer to control the hydraulic control unit.
- ABS Hydraulic Control Unit. This system takes the information from the computer and makes adjustments to the brake pressure.
There are several ABS types for your Jaguar including:
- One-channel system. These ABSs have a single sensor located on the rear axle. You will find them in SUVs with rear-wheel ABS.
- Three-channel system. A sensor is in each of the valves of the front wheels, and one sensor for the rear wheels. These systems are in four-wheel-drive vehicles.
- Four-channel system. These systems have a separate sensor in each of the valves of your wheels. These separate sensors allow for individual monitoring of each of the wheels.
When you need to replace a part of the ABS of your Jaguar, you have various options. If you prefer to select from original equipment manufacturer options, you will choose from parts made by Jaguar. OEM parts match the specifications of the parts originally installed in the factory. You can also select from third-party manufacturers such as Bosch, Dorman, Beck/Arnley, and other companies that produce aftermarket replacement components. When selecting aftermarket parts, you may need to adjust them to fit properly. Aftermarket parts offer a competitive alternative to OEM parts.