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Brake pad wear sensor. Porsche 911 / 930 / 944 ❭ 94461221105
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1985-88
OE Genuine Porsche brake pad wear sensor for Porsche 911, 930 and 944 models. This brake pad wear sensor, also known as a wear indicator sender wire, forms part of the brake monitoring system and helps alert the driver when the brake pads have reached their service limit.
Sold individually, There are 2 per axle.
Fits:
Porsche 911 Carrera 1984 - 1989
Porsche 911 (930) Turbo 3.3L 1978 - 1989
Porsche 944 1982 - 1985
Porsche 944 Turbo 1985 - 1986
This brake pad wear sensor is a brake wear indicator sender wire for selected Porsche 911, 930 and 944 models. It monitors brake pad wear and activates the dashboard warning system when the pads reach their service limit. Ideal for brake pad replacement, warning light repair or restoring accurate brake wear monitoring using Genuine Porsche parts.
What This Part Does / Functions
• Monitors brake pad wear
• Triggers the brake pad warning light when pads reach the service limit
• Helps alert the driver before brake pads become excessively worn
• Supports safe brake maintenance and timely pad replacement
• Connects into the vehicle’s brake wear monitoring circuit
• Replaces a worn, damaged, broken or previously triggered sensor
• Provides correct OE Porsche fitment and connector style
• Helps restore correct brake pad warning system operation.
Why Replace This Part?
Brake pad wear sensors operate in a harsh environment and are exposed to heat, brake dust, moisture, road debris and vibration. In many applications, the sensor is designed to wear with the brake pad and should be replaced when new brake pads are fitted. A damaged or worn sensor may trigger a false warning light, fail to alert the driver when pads are worn, or become brittle and break during brake servicing. Replacing it with an OE Genuine Porsche brake pad wear sensor helps restore accurate brake wear monitoring and factory-style fitment.
Common Symptoms of a Faulty Brake Pad Wear Sensor
• Brake pad warning light illuminated
• Warning light remains on after pad replacement
• Broken, brittle or damaged sensor wire
• Sensor worn through by brake pad contact
• Corroded or damaged connector
• False brake wear warning
• No warning despite heavily worn brake pads
• Sensor damaged during brake pad removal.
When to Replace This Part
• When replacing brake pads
• If the brake pad warning light is active
• If the sensor has contacted the brake disc
• If the sensor wire is damaged, cut, brittle or broken
• If the connector is corroded or no longer clips in securely
• During brake caliper or brake disc service
• During brake system restoration
• When fitting new pads and restoring correct wear monitoring.
Where It Fits on the Car
This sensor fits into the brake pad wear sensor slot on the relevant brake pad and connects to the vehicle’s brake wear warning wiring. It is commonly listed for front brake pad wear sensor applications on selected Porsche 911, 930 and 944 models. Correct routing is important to prevent the wire from rubbing against the wheel, brake disc or suspension components.
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- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.2L Diesel (382Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne GTS V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo V8 4.8L Petrol (500Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo S V8 4.8L Petrol (550Hp) 2010-17
- 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
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Diesel V6 3.0L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera S Hybrid V6 3.0L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera V6 3.6L 2WD (310Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4 V6 3.6L 4WD (310Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera S V6 Turbo 3.0L 2WD (420Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera S V6 Turbo 3.0L 2WD Executive 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4S V6 Turbo 3.0L 4WD (420Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4S V6 Turbo 3.0L 4WD Executive 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera GTS V8 4.8L 4WD (440Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L (520Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo V8 Executive 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Diesel V6 3.0L (250Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera S E-Hybrid V6 3.0L (416Hp) 2014-16
Front Brake Pad Warning Wire
Sold each - 2 required per car
Restore accurate brake pad wear monitoring with this OE
Match Front Brake Pad Warning Wire for Porsche 958 Cayenne and Porsche 970
Panamera models fitted with standard non-PCCB braking systems. This essential
brake wear sensor connects to the front brake pad assembly and alerts the
driver when the brake pads have worn down to their service limit.
Fits
- Porsche 958 Cayenne V6 3.6L Petrol (300Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne V6 3.0L Diesel (245Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V6 3.0L Hybrid (380Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.2L Diesel (382Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne GTS V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo V8 4.8L Petrol (500Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo S V8 4.8L Petrol (550Hp) 2010-17
- 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
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Diesel V6 3.0L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera S Hybrid V6 3.0L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera V6 3.6L 2WD (310Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4 V6 3.6L 4WD (310Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera S V6 Turbo 3.0L 2WD (420Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera S V6 Turbo 3.0L 2WD Executive 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4S V6 Turbo 3.0L 4WD (420Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4S V6 Turbo 3.0L 4WD Executive 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera GTS V8 4.8L 4WD (440Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L (520Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo V8 Executive 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Diesel V6 3.0L (250Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera S E-Hybrid V6 3.0L (416Hp) 2014-16
Designed for vehicles with conventional steel brake discs, this warning wire is not suitable for Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) applications. Manufactured to OE Match standards, it provides correct fitment, reliable electrical performance and dependable brake wear indication.
What Does the Brake Pad Warning Wire Do?
The brake pad warning wire monitors brake pad thickness by using a wear-sensitive electrical circuit.
Its primary functions include:
- Monitoring front brake pad wear
- Triggering the dashboard brake wear warning
- Helping prevent damage to brake discs
- Supporting safe brake maintenance
- Providing early warning of worn pads
- Maintaining correct brake system monitoring
Once the brake pad wears down to the sensor contact point, the circuit is interrupted and the vehicle displays a brake wear warning.
Why Do Brake Pad Warning Wires Fail?
Brake pad warning wires are exposed to heat, road debris, brake dust and moisture.
Common causes of failure include:
- Normal brake pad wear
- Heat damage from braking
- Damaged wiring insulation
- Corroded connectors
- Road debris impact
- Incorrect installation
- Reuse after brake pad replacement
- Age-related deterioration
In many cases, the warning wire is designed to be replaced once the brake wear warning has been triggered.
Symptoms of a Faulty Brake Pad Warning Wire
Common signs include:
- Brake pad warning light illuminated
- Warning remains after pad replacement
- Damaged or broken sensor wire
- Corroded electrical connector
- Intermittent brake warning messages
- Visible wire wear or heat damage
- Sensor missing from brake pad assembly
When Should It Be Replaced?
Replacement is recommended when:
- Front brake pads are replaced
- The warning light has been triggered
- The sensor wire is damaged
- The connector is corroded
- Carrying out brake system servicing
- Fitting new discs and pads
- Diagnosing brake warning messages
Most Porsche specialists recommend fitting new warning wires whenever brake pads are replaced.
Why Replacement Matters
A working brake pad warning wire helps maintain safe braking performance and protects expensive components.
Benefits include:
- Accurate brake pad wear monitoring
- Reduced risk of disc damage
- Reliable dashboard warnings
- Improved brake maintenance planning
- Correct system function
- Better long-term brake safety
- Factory-style fitment
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95861236500
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- Porsche 958 Cayenne V6 3.6L Petrol (300Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne V6 3.0L Diesel (245Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V6 3.0L Hybrid (380Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.2L Diesel (382Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne GTS V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo V8 4.8L Petrol (500Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo S V8 4.8L Petrol (550Hp) 2010-17
- 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
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Turbo S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Diesel V6 3.0L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera S Hybrid V6 3.0L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera V6 3.6L 2WD (310Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4 V6 3.6L 4WD (310Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera S V6 Turbo 3.0L 2WD (420Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera S V6 Turbo 3.0L 2WD Executive 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4S V6 Turbo 3.0L 4WD (420Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4S V6 Turbo 3.0L 4WD Executive 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera GTS V8 4.8L 4WD (440Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L (520Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo V8 Executive 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo S V8 4.8L 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Diesel V6 3.0L (250Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera S E-Hybrid V6 3.0L (416Hp) 2014-16


Porsche Cayenne (958) V6 3.0L HYBRID REAR
Porsche Cayenne (958) 3.0L DIESEL REAR
Porsche Cayenne (958) V8 4.8L S REAR
Porsche Cayenne (958) V8 4.8L TURBO REAR
Porsche 970 Panamera 3.6L (REAR)
Porsche 970 Panamera S 4.8L (REAR)
Porsche 970 Panamera GTS 4.8L (REAR)
Porsche 970 Panamera Turbo 4.8L (REAR)
Porsche 970 Panamera 3.0L Diesel (REAR)
Porsche 970 Panamera 3.0L Hybrid (REAR)
Price shown is for each wire sensor.
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95861236550
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- Porsche 958 Cayenne V6 3.0L Diesel (245Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V6 3.0L Hybrid (380Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.2L Diesel (382Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne GTS V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo V8 4.8L Petrol (500Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo S V8 4.8L Petrol (550Hp) 2010-17
- 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
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Turbo S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Diesel V6 3.0L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera S Hybrid V6 3.0L 2011-13
The OE Match Front Brake Pad Wear Sensor is a premium-quality replacement braking system component designed to accurately monitor the condition of the front brake pads on compatible Porsche models. Manufactured to OE specifications for fit, performance and durability, this sensor provides an early warning when the brake pads have reached their service limit, helping to ensure optimum braking performance and vehicle safety.

Fits:
- Porsche 958 Cayenne V6 3.6L Petrol (300Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne V6 3.0L Diesel (245Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V6 3.0L Hybrid (380Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.2L Diesel (382Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne GTS V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo V8 4.8L Petrol (500Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo S V8 4.8L Petrol (550Hp) 2010-17
- 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
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Turbo S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Diesel V6 3.0L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera S Hybrid V6 3.0L 2011-13
Manufactured using high-quality heat-resistant materials with durable insulated wiring and corrosion-resistant electrical connectors, the brake pad wear sensor is engineered to withstand the high temperatures, vibration, moisture and road contaminants encountered within the braking system. Designed for direct OE-style installation, it integrates seamlessly with the vehicle's brake pad and electronic monitoring system, providing reliable wear indication and factory-correct functionality.
What This Product Does:
- Monitors the wear level of the front brake pads.
- Sends a warning signal when the brake pads reach their service limit.
- Alerts the driver through the dashboard brake wear warning light.
- Helps ensure brake pads are replaced at the correct interval.
- Supports safe and efficient braking performance.
- Integrates with the vehicle's electronic brake monitoring system.
- Restores factory brake wear monitoring functionality.
- Forms an essential part of the front braking system.
Symptoms Of Wear Or Failure:
- Brake pad wear warning light remaining illuminated.
- Brake pad warning light failing to illuminate despite worn brake pads.
- Intermittent brake wear warning messages.
- Brake system fault codes relating to the wear sensor.
- Damaged or broken sensor wiring.
- Corroded electrical connector.
- Physical damage caused during brake servicing.
- Incorrect brake wear indication.
- Dashboard brake system warning message.
- MOT or vehicle inspection concerns relating to the braking system.
Why Replacement Matters:
- The brake pad wear sensor operates in a harsh environment where it is exposed to heat, moisture, brake dust, vibration and road debris. As the brake pads wear, the sensor is designed to make contact with the brake disc at a predetermined point, triggering the dashboard warning light. Once activated, or if damaged during servicing, the sensor should be replaced.
- A faulty or damaged wear sensor can provide inaccurate brake wear information, potentially delaying essential brake maintenance or generating unnecessary warning messages. This may compromise braking safety and lead to increased brake disc wear if brake pads are allowed to wear beyond their service limit.
- Replacing the brake pad wear sensor whenever new brake pads are installed helps ensure accurate monitoring of brake pad condition. The OE Match Front Brake Pad Wear Sensor is manufactured to OE standards using premium-quality materials, providing factory-style fitment, dependable operation and long-lasting durability, helping maintain the safety, reliability and braking performance expected from your Porsche.
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