ABS Light from aftermarket wheels tires???

wildcat767676 · 05-03-2011, 02:33 PM

So recently put in JIC Coilovers and did a track day. Car handled a lot better but was so stiff in the rear, it over steers like crazy. Given, my street tires are not great either. Also, obviously, had the dynamic rev limiter/limp mode issues that everyone has after 3-4 laps.

To add to this, afterwards, my ABS warning lights came on! They eventually went out, then kept re appearing when I turned sharply. Now, the light won't go out at all.

I could not figure it out, so I ended up taking it in the my dealership. They said it is because I have custom wheels and tires and they are getting wheel speed sensor faults from all 4 corners. These wheels and tires have been on here for years! Does this make any sense to you guys????

What should I do? Anyone else have this problem before?

Thank you!

cpt97m3 · 05-04-2011, 08:28 PM

Well lots of us run custom wheels/tires with no ABS issues, so I don't think that's it. More likely one of the ABS sensors got dirty or disconnected. I'd check them, and clean them up first.

wildcat767676 · 05-04-2011, 11:11 PM

I asked the dealer to check them and they refused until I got new tires. Are they easy to access myself?

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wildcat767676 Private First Class 17 Rep 199 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 135i Coupe Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Phoenix, AZ iTrader: (0)	ABS Light from aftermarket wheels tires??? So recently put in JIC Coilovers and did a track day. Car handled a lot better but was so stiff in the rear, it over steers like crazy. Given, my street tires are not great either. Also, obviously, had the dynamic rev limiter/limp mode issues that everyone has after 3-4 laps. To add to this, afterwards, my ABS warning lights came on! They eventually went out, then kept re appearing when I turned sharply. Now, the light won't go out at all. I could not figure it out, so I ended up taking it in the my dealership. They said it is because I have custom wheels and tires and they are getting wheel speed sensor faults from all 4 corners. These wheels and tires have been on here for years! Does this make any sense to you guys???? What should I do? Anyone else have this problem before? Thank you! __________________ 2008 135i AT, iDriveNAV, Remus quad exhaust, A.P. DP/MP/IC, Custom Oil Cooler, BMS JB4/Meth/DCI, JIC Cross Coilovers/Camber Plates/STB, BMWP rotors, EBC Track pads, Motul Fluid, CF Hood, BMWP Kidneys, black painted roof/mirrors, BMWP CF rear spoiler, Roof Spoiler. VMR V710 18" Wheels.
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cpt97m3 AutoXer 34 Rep 683 Posts Drives: 2009 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: So Cal iTrader: (2)	Well lots of us run custom wheels/tires with no ABS issues, so I don't think that's it. More likely one of the ABS sensors got dirty or disconnected. I'd check them, and clean them up first. __________________ 2009 135i, Alpine White, 6MT, M-Sport, iDrive, iPod/USB, Heated Seats, Premium Sound, BMW Assist
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wildcat767676 Private First Class 17 Rep 199 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 135i Coupe Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Phoenix, AZ iTrader: (0)	I asked the dealer to check them and they refused until I got new tires. Are they easy to access myself? __________________ 2008 135i AT, iDriveNAV, Remus quad exhaust, A.P. DP/MP/IC, Custom Oil Cooler, BMS JB4/Meth/DCI, JIC Cross Coilovers/Camber Plates/STB, BMWP rotors, EBC Track pads, Motul Fluid, CF Hood, BMWP Kidneys, black painted roof/mirrors, BMWP CF rear spoiler, Roof Spoiler. VMR V710 18" Wheels.
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