However, a faulty ABS sensor *might* trigger a fault code that, depending on the vehicle's sophisticated computer systems, could lead to the engine going into a "limp mode" or even shutting down as a safety precaution. This is indirect, and only happens in very specific circumstances:
* Sophisticated Engine Management Systems: Some modern vehicles have highly integrated systems where a fault in one area (like the ABS) can trigger a shutdown in another (like the engine) as a failsafe. This is rare, and the engine would likely exhibit other symptoms before shutting down.
* Incorrect Fault Code Interpretation: An erroneous or misinterpreted ABS sensor fault code might be wrongly linked to other engine parameters by the car's computer, leading to a shutdown. This is less common, and usually involves other warning lights or error messages.
In short, while an ABS sensor malfunction won't directly kill the engine, its failure can, through complex computer interactions, indirectly contribute to an engine shutdown in certain advanced vehicles. It's more likely that other problems are the cause of the engine stalling.
