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OE Match
Rear Brake Pad Wear Sensor
Sold each - 2 required per car
Maintain the safety and performance of your Porsche braking
system with this OE Match Rear Brake Pad Wear Sensor, designed specifically for the Porsche 970 Panamera.
Manufactured to original equipment specifications, this premium replacement
brake wear sensor accurately monitors rear brake pad wear and activates the
dashboard warning light when the brake pads have reached their service limit.
Fits:
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera V6 3.6L 2WD 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera 4 V6 3.6L 4WD 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera 4S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera GTS V8 4.8L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L 2009-13
Designed as a direct replacement for the original Porsche sensor, it provides precise fitment, dependable operation and reliable brake wear monitoring, ensuring your Panamera's braking system continues to perform at its best.
What Does the Rear Brake Pad Wear Sensor Do?
The rear brake pad wear sensor, also known as a brake pad warning wire, is fitted directly into the brake pad and continually monitors the thickness of the friction material throughout its service life.
Its primary functions include:
- Monitoring rear brake pad wear.
- Activating the dashboard brake wear warning light when replacement is required.
- Helping prevent excessive brake pad wear.
- Protecting expensive brake discs from unnecessary damage.
- Supporting routine brake servicing.
- Helping maintain safe and efficient braking performance.
The sensor provides an early warning, allowing brake pads to be replaced before they become excessively worn.
Why Do Brake Pad Wear Sensors Fail?
Brake wear sensors operate in a harsh environment where they
are exposed to heat, moisture, brake dust and road debris. Common causes of
failure include:
- Normal activation when the brake pads reach their wear limit.
- Damage during brake pad removal.
- Heat deterioration caused by repeated heavy braking.
- Corrosion affecting the wiring or electrical connector.
- Physical damage from road debris.
- Age-related deterioration of the cable insulation.
Once activated by worn brake pads, the sensor is generally considered a single-use component and should always be replaced when fitting new brake pads.
When Should the Rear Brake Pad Wear Sensor Be Replaced?
Replacement is recommended whenever:
- New rear brake pads are installed.
- The brake pad warning light is illuminated.
- The sensor has been activated through normal pad wear.
- The wiring has become damaged or brittle.
- The electrical connector is corroded.
- The sensor has been damaged during brake servicing.
Replacing the sensor during every brake pad change helps ensure the brake wear monitoring system continues to function accurately.
Related reference numbers
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97060914500
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- Porsche 970.1 Panamera V6 3.6L 2WD 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera 4 V6 3.6L 4WD 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera 4S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera GTS V8 4.8L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L 2009-13
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Rear Brake Pad Wear Sensor - Sold each
Maintain the safety, reliability and performance of your
Porsche braking system with this OE Match Rear Brake Pad Wear Sensor. Designed specifically for Porsche 997 Carrera 2S and Carrera 4S
models, this sensor forms a vital part of the factory brake wear monitoring
system, helping drivers monitor rear brake pad condition and schedule
maintenance before braking performance is affected.
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Installed directly into the rear brake pad assembly, the wear sensor monitors the remaining thickness of the brake pad friction material. When the pads approach their minimum service limit, the sensor activates the dashboard brake wear warning light, alerting the driver that replacement is required.
For high-performance sports cars such as the Porsche 997 Carrera S models, maintaining the brake wear monitoring system is essential for preserving braking efficiency, protecting expensive brake components and ensuring maximum driving confidence.
What Does a Brake Pad Wear Sensor Do?
The brake pad wear sensor continuously monitors brake pad thickness throughout its service life.
As the brake friction material wears down, the sensor eventually contacts the brake disc and completes an electrical circuit, triggering the brake wear warning light on the instrument cluster.
A correctly functioning sensor helps:
- Monitor brake pad condition
- Provide early brake wear warnings
- Prevent excessive brake pad wear
- Protect brake discs from damage
- Improve maintenance scheduling
- Support safe braking performance
- Maintain factory brake monitoring functionality
The sensor acts as an important preventative maintenance component, helping avoid costly brake repairs.
Why Do Brake Pad Wear Sensors Fail?
Brake wear sensors are exposed to extreme operating conditions including heat, vibration, moisture and road contamination.
Common causes of failure include:
- Normal brake pad wear
- Sensor activation when brake pads reach their wear limit
- Damaged wiring
- Corrosion in electrical connectors
- Heat-related deterioration
- Water ingress
- Physical damage during brake servicing
- Age-related material fatigue
As brake wear sensors are considered service items, they should be replaced whenever they become activated or damaged.
When Should a Brake Pad Wear Sensor Be Replaced?
Replacement is recommended whenever brake pads are changed or if the sensor has become damaged.
Common symptoms include:
- Brake wear warning light illuminated
- Intermittent brake warning messages
- Damaged or broken sensor wiring
- False brake wear warnings
- Corroded electrical connections
- Sensor damage during brake servicing
- Rear brake pad replacement due to wear
Replacing the sensor during brake pad replacement ensures the monitoring system continues to function correctly.
Why Replacement Matters
A functioning brake wear sensor helps maintain braking safety and protects expensive brake system components.
Benefits include:
- Accurate brake pad monitoring
- Reliable dashboard warning operation
- Improved braking safety
- Protection of brake discs
- Reduced maintenance costs
- Better servicing planning
- Improved brake system reliability
- Long-term braking component protection
For Porsche 997 owners, maintaining the brake wear monitoring system helps preserve both performance and peace of mind.
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99761267602
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- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
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The brake pad wear sensor harness serves as the electrical link between each brake pad wear sensor and the vehicle’s signal/monitoring circuitry (ABS/ECU). As the pads wear down to a threshold level, the sensor completes a circuit that triggers a warning light on the dash, alerting the driver that pad replacement is due.
Sold each.
Fits:
Porsche 996 GT3 MKII 2004 - 2005 Front & Rear
Porsche 997.1 C4 2005 - 2008 Front Caliper
Porsche 997.2 C4 2009 - 2012 Front Caliper
Porsche 997 Turbo / GT2 2007 - 2013 Front Caliper
Porsche GT 2004 - 2006 Rear Caliper
Function: This harness routes and secures the sensor wiring safely along the suspension and chassis to avoid interference, chafing, or damage. The OE Match harness preserves correct electrical paths and protects the sensor signal from interruption - essential for accurate brake pad condition monitoring.
Brake pad wear sensor systems rely on both the sensor element and the wiring harness to deliver accurate warnings. A damaged or broken harness can interrupt the signal even with new sensors fitted, leading to false “OK” readings or no warning when pads are worn. Replacing the wiring harness with an OE Match unit ensures reliable signal transmission and correct integration with the vehicle’s monitoring systems, helping prevent brake damage or unexpected failures.
When to replace.
Replace this harness if you notice any of the following:
• Brake wear warning lamp stays off despite worn pads
• Intermittent or false pad wear warnings
• Visible frayed wiring, broken connectors, or chafing
• Previous repairs with generic wiring failed
• During brake pad or ABS sensor system servicing
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99761267701
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- Porsche 996 GT3 MKII 2003>>
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MK1 GT2 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
- Porsche Carrera GT 2003-06
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High-quality OE Match replacement rear brake pad wear sensor, engineered to match original Porsche specifications for monitoring rear brake pad wear. Designed for Porsche 997 models, this sensor works with the vehicle’s onboard diagnostic system to provide timely alerts when the rear brake pads approach the service limit.
Sold individually, typically 2 sensors per axle for complete rear pad sets
Fits:
Porsche 997.2 C2 2009 - 2012 Rear Caliper
Porsche 997.2 C4 / C4S 2009 - 2012 Rear Caliper
Porsche 997 TT / GT2 2007 - 2013 Rear Caliper
Porsche 997 GT3 2007 - 2013 Rear Caliper
The rear brake pad wear sensor detects when the brake pad material has worn to its minimum safe thickness and signals the vehicle’s warning system. This alert enables brake servicing before the pads cause damage to other braking components.
Function:
• Monitors rear brake pad wear
• Interfaces with the vehicle’s onboard warning system
• Helps prevent brake rotor damage from worn pads
Brake pads naturally wear down with use. A functioning brake pad wear sensor ensures you receive timely alerts before the pads reach critically low levels. Without a reliable sensor, pad wear may go unnoticed, leading to reduced braking performance, rotor damage, and safety concerns - especially on performance-oriented vehicles like the 997.
When to replace:
• Brake wear warning light appears
• Sensor wiring or connector is damaged or corroded
• After rear brake pad replacement
• During routine brake system servicing
• When upgrading brake components
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99761275402
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- Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MK1 GT3 / GT3 RS 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MK1 GT2 2007-09
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4 3.6L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Turbo 2010-13
- Porsche 997 MKII GT2 RS 2011-13
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