ACom AE turns ABS lamps from inspection failures into ten-minute fixes. With Wingman calibration now documented work after every windshield job, ACom has quietly become a revenue tool, not just a diagnostic one.
What Bendix ACom AE can do
- ABS diagnostics — EC-60/EC-80 controllers, wheel-speed sensors, modulator valves.
- ESP stability system diagnostics and sensor calibration.
- Trailer ABS via PLC — read trailer faults through the 7-way without crawling underneath.
- Wingman Fusion radar aim verification and camera calibration documentation (calibration license).
- Valve actuation tests — find the leaking modulator in minutes, not hours.
License tiers and what each unlocks
| Tier | Price | Unlocks | Who needs it |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACom AE | $495/yr | ABS, ESP, trailer diagnostics, valve tests | Every shop with air brakes |
| + Wingman calibration | +$295/yr | Radar/camera calibration with documentation | Collision and glass-adjacent shops |
System requirements & supported adapters
Windows 10/11, any RP1210C adapter for tractor work, plus a PLC adapter ($189) for trailer ABS through the 7-way. Wingman calibration additionally requires target stands — we sell the full kit.
Installation: DIY vs pre-configured
Simple installer, license key, done. The Wingman calibration license activates within the same ACom install — no separate software.
Renewal cost and what happens if it lapses
$495/yr base, $790 with Wingman. Bendix licenses are subscription-based and stop updating when lapsed, but existing installs keep functioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can ACom read trailer ABS codes without a trailer-side connection?
Yes — via PLC over the 7-way with the PLC adapter. Bendix and WABCO trailer modules both respond; Haldex requires its own interface. Full map on the trailer diagnostics hub.
Do I legally need documented Wingman calibration?
Not federally mandated, but fleet insurers and increasingly OE warranty terms require documented calibration after windshield or front-end collision work. Shops without the capability are subletting $300–$500 jobs.
Does ACom work on WABCO systems?
No — WABCO uses TOOLBOX Plus. Mixed fleets need both; they're cheap enough that the pair costs less than one engine-software license.