A faulty transmission control module (TCM) most often causes limp mode with the gearbox stuck in one gear, harsh jolts when you select D or R, erratic gear changes, flashing PRND letters and a gearbox or engine warning light. However, the same symptoms are often caused by a low gearbox oil level, a weak battery, a poor earth or a faulty sensor. To test a transmission control module, start by checking the battery and reading the fault codes with a diagnostic tool that can talk to the gearbox control unit, then check the power supply, the connector, the oil and the live data. Below we explain the symptoms, the diagnostic steps and what the most common fault codes mean.
ABS pump BMW ATE 3451686863701 6868638
Vendors's code: 6868637
Product code: 6868638
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How to check whether ABS pump 3451686863701 fits your BMW
Used ABS pump with control unit, number 3451686863701, inspected before sale. Matched by the numbers on the block and sticker.
BMW ABS pump 3451686863701: hydraulic module with control unit
The hydraulic block and control unit of this ABS pump form a single module that works with the wheel speed sensors in BMW cars. You will find number 3451686863701 on the label, and the full set of numbers is given in the description below. The listing does not state the car model or year, so we do not give them here and match the part by its numbers.
Numbers and markings on the ABS pump
You will find the numbers on the labels, while catalogues list them as a single string:
- 3451 6868637 01 (catalogue format: 3451686863701), BMW number of the ABS pump (hydraulic part),
- 6868638, BMW number in short form, without the group prefix.
Compare the numbers with the original pump in your car, and if any of them differs, write to us before buying.
What ABS problems can point to
- the ABS stops working, although basic braking usually remains functional,
- the brake pedal pulses or feels uneven for no obvious reason,
- the pump motor switches on at unusual moments or runs louder than usual,
- on a slippery surface the wheels lock up noticeably sooner than they used to.
ABS faults should not be ignored, because without anti-lock protection the car brakes less well on wet or slippery roads. Diagnosis and fitting are best left to a garage with a suitable scanner.
Questions and answers
| Are the make and model of the car enough to choose the part? |
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| No. A single model comes with different versions of the module, depending on the engine, year of manufacture and drivetrain. The most reliable reference is the number on the original pump. |
| Are the pump and the control unit sold separately? |
| In this listing they are a single module: a hydraulic block with the pump and valves, with the control unit attached to it. |
| Does a lit ABS warning light always mean a faulty pump? |
| No. Read the fault codes first, because the cause may be a wheel sensor, its wiring or too low a supply voltage. |
| What condition is this ABS module in? |
| It is an original recycled part in good condition, checked by us. Warranty details are in the product features table. |
Want to be certain? Send us the numbers from the block and sticker on your ABS pump, and together we will check whether this part will fit.