What happens when the brake pad wear sensor is triggered?

When your brake pads wear down to a critical level, this sensor will make contact with the rotor. This contact typically activates a warning light on your dashboard, letting you know it's time to replace your brake pads.

How does this sensor protect my rotors?

The sensor is designed to make contact just before the brake pad material is completely gone. By alerting you to replace the pads early, it prevents the metal backing plate of the brake pad from grinding directly against the rotor surface, which can cause significant damage.

Does this sensor come with new brake pads?

No, this is a standalone brake pad wear sensor. It is designed to be installed with compatible brake pads and does not include the pads themselves. You will need to purchase brake pads separately if needed.

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EBC 2017+ Volkswagen Golf Mk7 1.8L Turbo Front Wear Leads

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Brand: EBC
Part #: EFA163
UPC: 889668169416

EBC 2017+ Volkswagen Golf Mk7 1.8L Turbo Front Wear Leads

Name: EBC 2017+ Volkswagen Golf Mk7 1.8L Turbo Front Wear Leads
Brand: EBC
Price: 2.76 USD
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EBC brake pad wear sensor for 2017+ VW Golf Mk7 1.8L Turbo. Protects rotors from metal-to-metal contact.

Key Features

Fits 2017+ Volkswagen Golf Mk7 1.8L Turbo and many other Audi and Volkswagen models.
EBC brake pad wear sensor helps prevent rotor damage.
Triggers a dashboard warning light when brake pads are worn.
Protects rotors from metal-to-metal contact with worn brake pads.

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Product Details

This is a brake pad wear sensor from EBC, part number EFA163. It's designed to alert you when your brake pads are getting low, helping to prevent damage to your rotors. This sensor fits a wide range of vehicles, including many Audi A3 and TT models, as well as Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, and Arteon vehicles from recent model years.

When your brake pads wear down to a certain point, this sensor will make contact and typically trigger a warning light on your dashboard. This gives you a heads-up to replace your pads before they wear completely away, which can cause the metal backing plate of the pad to grind against the rotor. That metal-on-metal contact can quickly ruin your rotors, leading to a more expensive repair down the line. It's a simple but important part for keeping your braking system in good shape.