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Modern vehicles are equipped with more sensors than ever before. Standard’s line of state-of-the-art Sensors are designed for speed, accuracy and durability to provide today’s vehicles systems with the information they require.

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Comprehensive Coverage

Standard® offers more than 80 different types of Sensors across multiple categories. The Standard® Sensors Program includes Chassis and Drivetrain Sensors, Fluid Level Sensors, Fuel Sensors, Position Sensors, Temperature Sensors, Pressure Sensors, ADAS Sensors, and more. Standard® Sensors are engineered and tested for precision and will integrate correctly with the complex systems on today’s vehicles.

Standard® manufactures sensors in our own IATF 1649, ISO 9001, and ISO14001-certified facilities.

Growing Market

Modern vehicles are equipped with more sensors than ever. Electronic safety systems and a focus on reducing emissions has created entirely new categories of sensors that were unimaginable 20 years ago. The number of sensors on modern vehicles will continue to grow regardless of powertrain, resulting in more and more service opportunities. As an expert manufacturer of sensors, we have these growing categories covered.

For instance, Standard has nearly two times the Sensors for a 2018 Ford F-150 compared to a 2000 model.

Many modern turbocharged engines utilize both MAP (Manifold Absolute Pressure) and MAF (Mass Air Flow) sensors to provide the vehicle’s computer with precise information.

Service Opportunities

There has already been one recall (2003) and multiple TSBs issued by Nissan and Infiniti regarding issues with camshaft position sensors. These OE issues have been widely reported by technicians in professional forums. Our Blue Streak® Camshaft Sensor Kits address this high-OE-failure opportunity and include both of the required Camshaft Sensors and high-temp connectors for a complete repair solution.

Pictured: PC460K Nissan / Infiniti Cars & SUVs (2018-02)

Some modern vehicles have up to four camshaft sensors. For optimal ignition timing and fuel injector synchronization, experts recommend replacing them in complete sets.

Engineering

The sensors found on new vehicles are becoming more and more complex. Standard® is committed to engineering sensors that work exactly as the OE intended. For example, in addition to ABS speed sensors on some newer vehicles measuring the speed of each wheel, they also monitor the direction in which the wheel is rotating. A unique signal is sent to the ECU when a wheel is rotating backwards, letting the vehicle know the speed and direction of that wheel. Electronic safety systems utilize this data to help keep vehicle occupants safe. Standard® engineers ABS Sensors that match the performance of the original while many aftermarket alternatives are not capable of measuring the directional rotation of the wheel.

Standard® has more than 2,600 ABS Speed Sensors, representing 700 million repair opportunities.

Precision Manufacturing

Our TPMS facility produces more than a million Sensors each year and has earned multiple certifications, including US FCC, European E-Mark, and Canada IC while meeting FMVSS 138, SAE J2657, ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 quality standards.

To make sure our TPMS Sensors last, we subject them to a high-speed Accelerated Life Test.

Testing & Validation

Standard® Camshaft and Crankshaft Position Sensors are rigorously tested for pulse width and signal amplitude. Standard® Cam Sensors are subjected to 48-68 hour vibration tests across multiple planes to ensure correct and accurate performance in any situation. Standard® Crank Sensors undergo intense chamber testing from -40 to 257 degrees. This extensive testing helps protect against incorrect voltage output and short circuits to maintain accuracy in all conditions.

Chamber Testing

Vibration Testing

Technicians look to Standard® for the parts required to do the job right. From Chassis and Drivetrain Sensors to Temperature Sensors, Standard® has the parts needed to keep the complex, sensor-dependent systems of modern vehicles operating correctly.

Features & Benefits

The ABS speed sensors on some newer vehicles measure more than just the speed of each wheel. They also monitor the direction in which the wheel is rotating. A wheel that is rotating backwards will send a unique signal to the ECU that lets the vehicle know the speed and direction of that wheel. This data is used by electronic safety systems. While aftermarket competitors’ ABS sensors cannot determine which direction the wheels are rotating, the Standard® ALS684 uses microsensors to produce the unique forward and reverse signals that modern vehicles require to keep electronic safety systems working as designed.

ABS Speed Sensor Videos

The StandardBrand YouTube ABS Speed Sensors playlist features product and technical information, installation videos, training videos and more. With more than 650 videos (and growing), the StandardBrand YouTube channel has proven to be a valuable resource for technicians and parts professionals alike.

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System Overview

Anti-lock Braking Systems are intended to do exactly as the name portrays – prevent a vehicle’s wheels from locking up during a braking event. If any of the wheels lock up, the driver has less control of the vehicle and is more prone to an accident. By releasing some brake pressure to the locked-up wheel, the stopping distance will be increased, but the driver will be able to maintain control to hopefully avoid a collision.

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Features & Benefits

Transmission input/output sensors calculate the transmission’s actual gear ratio during usage. Typically, two sensors communicate the transmission data to the vehicle's powertrain control module. The first sensor, referred to as the input sensor, monitors the speed of the transmission’s input shaft. The second sensor is the output sensor, which monitors the output shaft speed. Standard® Transmission Input / Output Sensors are precision-engineered to ensure optimization of engine performance and gas and exhaust regulation.

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Features & Benefits

The vehicle speed sensor (VSS) measures transmission/transaxle output or wheel speed. The ECM uses this information to modify engine functions such as ignition timing, air/fuel ratio, transmission shift points, and to initiate diagnostic routines. Standard® Vehicle Speed Sensors undergo environmental, endurance, and 100% end-of-line testing for signal amplitude and polarity to ensure consistent product reliability and performance.

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Mass air flow (MAF) sensors are precision components that measure the amount of airflow entering the intake manifold and must communicate clearly with the engine control module. Remanufactured MAF sensors with debris from prior use can hinder this communication and cause the vehicle to experience drivability issues. To ensure accurate airflow, precise performance, and longer service life, Standard® MAF Sensors are 100% NEW, and never remanufactured.

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System Overview

Camshaft position sensors take readings off the camshaft and in real time send a signal to the vehicle’s control module. That information is used to adjust both fuel and timing for optimal fuel economy, performance and emissions. For the system to perform correctly, the camshaft position sensors much be accurate, fast and be durable enough to perform in high-heat conditions for thousands of miles.

Features & Benefits

Correct ignition timing depends on quick and accurate data from the crankshaft position sensors. All Standard® Crankshaft Position Sensors are precision engineered and manufactured for accuracy, speed and durability. To ensure durability under extreme conditions, our Crankshaft Position Sensors are subjected to extensive testing including a 48- to 64-hour-long vibration test across three different planes.

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The throttle position sensor moves with the throttle and sends a voltage signal to the computer indicating throttle angle and speed of movement data, which measures engine load and adjusts timing, fuel delivery, converter clutch operation, and clears flood mode. Standard® Throttle Position Sensors are designed, manufactured, and tested to maintain specific installed outputs to match OE designed performance across the entire RPM range.

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The coolant temperature sensor monitors coolant temperature and is critical to many PCM functions such as fuel injection, ignition timing, variable valve timing and transmission shifting. The engine can be in danger of damage if it operates at too high of a temperature. Each Standard® Coolant Temperature Sensor is environmental and 100% functional tested to ensure optimum performance and durability out of the box.

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Many sensors share the same supply voltage source, and in many cases, a shorted sensor will make all the sensors on that power supply shut down. Typically the quickest solution is to unplug one sensor at a time and cycle the ignition key to see if the reference voltage returns.

When an engine coolant temp sensor is suspected to be faulty, wait for the vehicle to cool so that the coolant temperature and ambient air temp should match. With the vehicle off, if the temps do not match, then the coolant temp sensor may not be reading correctly.

Due to the location of the accelerator pedal sensor and the amount of moisture or condensation that comes from wet floor mats and/or drivers’ wet feet, it is advisable to use dielectric grease on the electrical connector.

An inaccurate wheel speed sensor will make the control module think that a wheel is slipping, and reduce engine torque by limiting the throttle opening. Replacing the throttle body will not fix this problem.

A faulty cam sensor can cause an extended crank situation. When the vehicle is being started, the engine may just continue rotating as the computer is looking for enough information.

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9,000+ Sensors

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Comprehensive Coverage

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Growing Market

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