What does a brake pad wear sensor wire do?

This wire connects to your brake system and your car's dashboard. When the brake pad material wears down to a specific thickness, the sensor wire makes contact, triggering a warning light on your dash to let you know it's time to replace your brake pads.

Do I need to replace this every time I change my brake pads?

It's highly recommended to replace the brake pad wear sensor wire whenever you replace your brake pads, especially if the warning light was already on. The sensor is designed to be a one-time use item; it will break or wear out when it signals pad replacement.

Does this wire come with new brake pads?

No, this is a separate component. This product is just the brake pad wear sensor wire. You will need to purchase brake pads separately if you haven't already.

DFC 11-19 BMW 650i xDrive Rear Sensor Wire

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Brand: DFC
Part #: 341-31052
UPC: 190920010637

DFC 11-19 BMW 650i xDrive Rear Sensor Wire

Name: DFC 11-19 BMW 650i xDrive Rear Sensor Wire
Brand: DFC
Price: 13.35 USD
Availability: InStock

$13.35

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DFC rear brake pad wear sensor wire. Accurately monitors pad wear for safe braking.

Key Features

Fits 2012-2016 BMW 5 Series and 2012-2019 BMW 6 Series models.
Made from high-temperature resistant materials that can handle operating temperatures up to 500°F.
Features highly conductive electrodes for accurate monitoring of brake pad wear.
Designed to match the original equipment manufacturer's form, fit, and function.
New in box and ready for installation without requiring modifications.
Quality tested to ensure reliable and long-lasting performance.

⚠️ CA WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. Learn more

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Product Details

When you're replacing your brake pads on a BMW 5 Series or 6 Series, you'll want to make sure you have a new brake pad wear sensor wire ready to go. This little guy plugs into your existing wiring harness and tells your dashboard when your pads are getting thin. It's a simple but important part for keeping your brakes working right and avoiding damage to your rotors.

This sensor wire is built to handle the heat that builds up in your braking system, up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit. The electrodes inside are made to be very conductive, so they can accurately signal when the pad material has worn down to a certain point. It's made to fit and function just like the original part, so installation is straightforward – no need to cut or splice wires. It comes new in the box, ready to be installed right alongside your new brake pads.