Can You Continue Driving with a Faulty Wheel Speed Sensor?

[McMelanie]

It is possible to continue driving with a faulty wheel speed sensor, but it is recommended to drive slowly to a repair shop for servicing. Below are the symptoms when various sensors are damaged: Oxygen Sensor: The oxygen sensor is installed on the exhaust pipe to monitor the gases after combustion, determining whether the engine is burning efficiently and whether the mixture is too lean or too rich. When the oxygen sensor fails, the ECU cannot obtain this information and cannot determine if the fuel injection amount is correct. An improper air-fuel ratio can lead to reduced engine power and increased emissions. Wheel Speed Sensor: The ABS system primarily collects the vehicle's rotation speed to detect signs of skidding. Therefore, a dedicated wheel speed sensor is used for this purpose, typically installed on the hub of each wheel. Once the sensor is damaged, the ABS system will fail.