Audi A4 Brake Pad Wear Sensor
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Brand brembo Unique Reference ZA046270 Length [mm] 390 Brake Type Disc Brake Number of Wear Indicators 1 Please select your preferred brand or option-
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Understanding the Importance of Brake Pad Wear Sensors in Your Audi A4
When it comes to maintaining the braking system of your Audi A4, it's crucial to ensure that all components are functioning correctly. A key part of this system is the brake pad wear sensor. This small but vital component is responsible for alerting you when your brake pads are worn down and need replacing. It's designed to ensure your safety on the road by preventing brake failure due to excessively worn pads.
How the Brake Pad Wear Sensor Works
The brake pad wear sensor in your Audi A4 is an electrical device fitted to the brake pads. When the pads wear down to a critical level, the sensor's circuit completes, triggering a warning light on your dashboard. This indication allows you to arrange for a timely replacement of your brake discs and pads, thus maintaining optimal braking performance.
Choosing the Right Brake Pad Wear Sensor for Your Audi A4
Selecting the correct brake pad wear sensor for your Audi A4 is essential. It must be compatible with your vehicle's specific model and year to ensure accurate monitoring of pad wear. A malfunctioning or incompatible sensor could lead to false warnings or, worse, no warning at all, putting you at risk of brake-related accidents.
Signs of a Faulty Brake Pad Wear Sensor
Be vigilant for signs that may indicate your brake pad wear sensor is not functioning properly. These could include the brake warning light staying on continuously or not illuminating at all when the pads are worn. If you encounter any such issues, it is advisable to have your braking system inspected by a professional mechanic.
Replacing Your Audi A4's Brake Pad Wear Sensor
Replacement of the brake pad wear sensor is typically done when you replace your brake pads. Since the sensor is designed to be a single-use device, installing a new one with your new brake pads will ensure that the sensor can accurately monitor their wear over time.
Conclusion
Regular maintenance of your Audi A4's braking system, including the brake pad wear sensor, is essential for safe driving. By keeping an eye on the condition of your brake pads and the functionality of the sensor, you can ensure that your vehicle remains safe and responsive when you need it most. For all your Audi A4 braking needs, including quality brake pad wear sensors, visit our comprehensive A4 Audi car parts page.
Brake Pad Wear Sensor
Here at GSF Car Parts, you can buy reliable brake pad wear sensors sourced from trustworthy auto parts manufacturers for various vehicles. And because we have a low-price promise, all our brake pad wear sensors arrive at affordable prices. You can find the correct brake pad wear sensors by entering your car's reg number or make and model into the GSF search tool.
What is a Brake Pad Wear Sensor?
Your brake pads will wear over time. How quickly they wear down is attributed to many factors, such as road conditions, your driving style, speed, vehicle weight, and the type of pads and discs your vehicle has fitted. On modern cars, the brake pad wear sensor removes the guesswork on worn brake pads and is installed in your braking system to let you know when your pad has worn down and needs to be replaced.
The two types of brake pad wear sensors are electrical and mechanical. Electrical sensors break a complete circuit once the pad has worn down to a certain level (3mm on most vehicles), activating a warning light or message on your car's dashboard.
Mechanical brake pad sensors use a metal clip attached to the pad. Once this metal clip has worn down below the recommended level, the clip comes into contact with the brake disc, making an audible squealing noise, which alerts the driver.
If your brake pad wear sensors aren't working correctly, you won't have any indication that your pads have worn away, making driving dangerous. We supply mechanical and electrical brake pad sensors for a wide range of vehicles, so you should have no problem finding a replacement for your car.
You’ll need to change the brake pad sensors every time your pads wear down, so it’s best to do these jobs simultaneously. Our brake pad replacement kits have everything you need. And you can find out how to do this with our handy brake pad replacement guide. We have many reliable braking parts in stock, so you might also want to shop our range of brake discs, brake lines, and calipers. Be sure to stock up on brake fluid and cleaner while you're here.
Shop Brake Pad Wear Sensors at GSF Car Parts Online and In-Store
All our brake pad wear sensors are from trusted brands in the motoring industry, so you can count on them to be reliable and of excellent quality. Plus, our low-price promise means you can always expect great value too.
We offer free UK delivery on all online orders over £25, plus 60-day returns*. We also know you want to get your car up and running as soon as possible, which is why we offer a Click and Collect service that allows you to get your new brake pad wear sensors in just an hour.