Why should I replace the brake pad wear sensor when changing my pads?

The wear sensor is crucial for alerting you when your brake pads are getting thin. Replacing it ensures your dashboard warning light functions correctly, preventing potential damage to your rotors from driving on worn-out pads.

Does this sensor come with everything needed for installation?

Yes, this sensor is designed as a direct replacement and includes the necessary grommets, mounting clips, and cable protection sleeves to ensure a proper, watertight connection without modifications.

How do I know if my brake pad wear sensor needs replacing?

You should replace the sensor if it's damaged, if the brake pad warning light is already on, or as a preventative measure whenever you're replacing your brake pads to ensure continued safety and proper function.

Power Stop 17-18 Audi A4 Front Euro-Stop Electronic Brake Pad Wear Sensor

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Brand: PowerStop
Part #: SW-1673
UPC: 889906367963

Power Stop 17-18 Audi A4 Front Euro-Stop Electronic Brake Pad Wear Sensor

Name: Power Stop 17-18 Audi A4 Front Euro-Stop Electronic Brake Pad Wear Sensor
Brand: PowerStop
Price: 47.65 USD
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PowerStop SW-1673 Electronic Brake Pad Wear Sensor. Ensures you know when your brake pads need replacing.

Key Features

Fits a wide range of Audi and other European vehicles, including A4, A5, A6, and Q5 models from 2017-2025.
Electronic sensor alerts you when brake pads are worn down to a critical level.
Designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications for form, fit, and function.
Includes grommets, mounting clips, and cable protection sleeves for a watertight connection.
Tested at 500 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure reliable performance.
Direct replacement part; no modifications are necessary for installation.

⚠️ 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 your Audi A4, A5, A6, or Q5, it's a good idea to swap out the old brake pad wear sensor too. This electronic sensor is what tells your dashboard when your brake pads are getting thin and need attention. If the old one is worn out or damaged, you won't get that important warning light, which could lead to more expensive damage to your rotors if you drive too long on worn-out pads.

PowerStop makes these sensors to match the original equipment exactly. They use the same kinds of grommets, mounting clips, and cable protection sleeves so they fit right and make a watertight connection, just like the factory part. They're also tested to handle high temperatures, up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, so you can count on them to work reliably even under hard braking conditions. Installation is straightforward; they're designed as a direct replacement, so no modifications are needed.