Dorman 917-531 ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Tone Ring - Front Left or Front Right

ABS Tone Ring Replacement for Ford and Mercury

Dorman 917-531 is an ABS wheel speed sensor tone ring made from steel for direct replacement on select Ford and Mercury vehicles. It restores the toothed trigger surface used by the wheel speed sensor to read wheel rotation data on applications such as the Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Ford Windstar.

Key Features

• Steel construction for a durable replacement tone ring
• 50-tooth design for ABS wheel speed signal generation
• Direct replacement for the original equipment tone ring on listed applications
• Inside diameter: 3.41 in.; outside diameter: 4.09 in.; width: 0.28 in.
• Fits front left and front right positions on confirmed applications
• Part number 917-531 for easy identification

Detailed Product Information

This Dorman ABS wheel speed sensor tone ring is built to match the original ring used on select Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Ford Windstar models. The steel ring features 50 teeth and the specified dimensions needed for proper sensor indexing, helping the ABS system read wheel speed accurately. If the original tone ring is cracked, rusted, or no longer reading correctly, Dorman 917-531 provides a direct replacement solution for the front wheel locations listed below.

Compatible fitment includes Fits 1990-2007 Ford Taurus, front left; Fits 1990-2007 Ford Taurus, front right; Fits 1990-2005 Mercury Sable, front left; Fits 1990-2005 Mercury Sable, front right; Fits 1999-2003 Ford Windstar, front left; Fits 1999-2003 Ford Windstar, front right. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Issues This Part May Address

• ABS warning light caused by a damaged or missing tone ring
• Erratic wheel speed sensor readings
• ABS activation concerns related to inconsistent wheel signal input
• Corrosion or wear on the original front wheel tone ring
• Signal loss after tone ring cracking or tooth damage

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the inside diameter, outside diameter, tooth count, and front left or front right position before installation. On Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Ford Windstar applications, confirm the existing ring matches the 86.5 mm I.D. note shown in the fitment data. Inspect the wheel speed sensor and related components for damage or contamination during service so the replacement ring can perform as intended.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures direct replacement parts engineered to match original equipment fit and function on listed applications. Part number 917-531 is specified for select Ford and Mercury front wheel ABS tone ring applications.