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Brake Pad Wear Sensor

Brake Pad Wear Sensor for Skoda Karoq

  1. Part No :BREA00492
    Was £16.46 Now £13.18
    BRAKE PAD WEAR SENSOR
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    Brand brembo
    Unique Reference ZA046253
    Length [mm] 170
    Brake Type Disc Brake
    Number of Wear Indicators 1
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Understanding the Importance of Brake Pad Wear Sensors

For your Skoda Karoq, maintaining an effective braking system is crucial for ensuring safety on the road. A key component in this system is the brake pad wear sensor. This small yet significant part alerts you when your brake pads are reaching the end of their service life, allowing you to replace them before they compromise your vehicle's braking performance.

When to Replace Your Skoda Karoq's Brake Pad Wear Sensor

Typically, a brake pad wear sensor should be checked and potentially replaced whenever you service your brake discs and pads. For the Skoda Karoq, this sensor is an integral part of the braking system, and ignoring its warnings can lead to reduced braking efficiency or even damage to other components.

Choosing the Right Brake Pad Wear Sensor for Your Karoq

Selecting the correct brake pad wear sensor for your Skoda Karoq is essential. Compatibility with your vehicle's make and model ensures that the sensor accurately fits and functions as intended. It's not just about avoiding the squealing noise that worn brake pads make, but also about preventing further damage to your brake system, which can be costly to repair.

Installation and Maintenance

Installing a new brake pad wear sensor in your Skoda Karoq is a task that can be undertaken by a professional mechanic or an experienced DIY enthusiast. Proper installation and regular maintenance are key to ensuring the longevity and reliability of your braking system. Always refer to your Skoda Karoq's owner manual for specific guidance on maintenance schedules and procedures.

Find Your Skoda Karoq Brake Pad Wear Sensor Today

Don't wait until your brakes are compromised. Ensure your Skoda Karoq is equipped with a fully functioning brake pad wear sensor for optimal safety and performance. Browse our selection of quality sensors and Karoq Skoda car parts today to find the right fit for your vehicle.

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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.