Brake Pad Wear Warning Light
GarageDex's warning light guide shows the brake pad wear warning light means a wear sensor in the brake pads reports they are close to their limit. This light is fitted on many European cars and some others. Yes, but book a pad replacement soon. Waiting until the pads wear to metal damages the rotors and makes the job far more expensive.
Get it checked soon
Looks like: A circle with dashed lines on either side.
What to do
- Plan to replace the brake pads soon.
- Replace the wear sensor at the same time. On many cars it is single-use.
- Replace pads in axle pairs.
Common causes
- Brake pads worn down to the wear sensor
- A damaged or disconnected wear sensor wire
How to turn it off
Fit new pads and, where required, a new wear sensor. Some cars also need a service reset afterwards.
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What does the brake pad wear warning light mean?
GarageDex's warning light guide shows the brake pad wear warning light means a wear sensor in the brake pads reports they are close to their limit. This light is fitted on many European cars and some others. Yes, but book a pad replacement soon. Waiting until the pads wear to metal damages the rotors and makes the job far more expensive.
Can I drive with the brake pad wear warning light on?
Yes, but book a pad replacement soon. Waiting until the pads wear to metal damages the rotors and makes the job far more expensive.
What causes the brake pad wear warning light?
The common causes: Brake pads worn down to the wear sensor; A damaged or disconnected wear sensor wire.
How do I turn off the brake pad wear warning light?
Fit new pads and, where required, a new wear sensor. Some cars also need a service reset afterwards.
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