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OE Match brake pad wear sensor with PCCB ceramic brakes. Suitable for Front Left or Right fitment, subject to the vehicle-specific notes below.
Fits
- For cars with Ceramic brake PCCB (I450)
- Porsche 981 Boxster / Boxster Spyder 2012-16 (FRONT)
- Porsche 982 (718) Boxster 2017>> (FRONT)
- Porsche 981C Cayman / Cayman GT4 2014-16 (FRONT)
- Porsche 982C (718) Cayman 2017>> (FRONT)
Price shown is for each wire sensor.
Fits Left or Right
What This Product Does
The sensor forms part of the brake pad wear warning circuit, providing an indication when pad replacement is required. It is a monitoring component rather than a brake pad or braking-force upgrade.
Functions
Provides the electrical connection for pad wear detection.
Supports the dashboard brake wear warning.
Allows renewal of a worn or damaged sensor during brake servicing.
Technical Details
Supplied references: 99160917100 and 99160918100. Internal diagram entries identify 99160918100 as the pad wear indicator sender wire.
Symptoms of Fault
A brake wear message remaining after new pads are fitted, damaged sensor wiring or broken retaining clips warrant inspection. A warning alone does not establish that the sensor is faulty; pad condition and connections also need checking.
Why Replacement Matters
Renewing a worn or damaged sensor helps restore the pad wear warning circuit. Sensor replacement should normally accompany pad renewal, with the reference, connector, caliper specification and cable routing checked against the original component.
FAQs
Is this an axle set?
No. The supply unit is one wire sensor; diagram quantities describe the vehicle assembly, not pack contents.
Will it fit every listed model regardless of brake specification?
No. Confirm PCCB equipment, option codes and the relevant axle application before selecting the sensor.
Check fitment for your specific vehicle (model, year, engine) before ordering.
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
99160918100
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
Front & Rear Brake Pad Wear Sensor
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Maintain the safety and performance of your Porsche braking
system with this OE Match Brake Pad Wear Sensor. Suitable for front
and rear brake applications on selected Porsche 986 Boxster, Porsche 996,
Porsche 996 turbo and Porsche 997 models, this sensor forms a vital part of the
factory brake wear monitoring system.
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
The brake pad wear sensor continuously monitors brake pad thickness and alerts the driver when replacement is required. By providing an early warning before the friction material becomes excessively worn, the sensor helps protect brake discs, maintain braking performance and prevent costly repairs.
For high-performance Porsche sports cars, maintaining the brake wear monitoring system is essential to ensure optimum braking efficiency and vehicle safety.
What Does a Brake Pad Wear Sensor Do?
The brake pad wear sensor is fitted directly into the brake pad and monitors the remaining friction material.
As the brake pad wears down, the sensor eventually contacts the brake disc and completes an electrical circuit that activates the brake wear warning light on the dashboard.
A properly functioning sensor helps:
- Monitor brake pad condition
- Provide early brake wear warnings
- Prevent excessive brake pad wear
- Protect brake discs from damage
- Improve maintenance planning
- Support safe braking performance
- Maintain factory brake monitoring functionality
The sensor serves as an important preventative maintenance tool, helping owners replace brake pads before braking performance is affected.
Why Do Brake Pad Wear Sensors Fail?
Brake wear sensors operate in a demanding environment exposed to heat, vibration, moisture and road contamination.
Common causes of failure include:
- Normal brake pad wear
- Sensor activation after pad wear reaches its limit
- Damaged wiring
- Corrosion in electrical connections
- Heat-related deterioration
- Physical damage during brake servicing
- Water ingress
- Age-related material degradation
Because the sensor is designed to operate alongside the brake pads, it is often recommended to replace the sensor whenever new brake pads are installed.
When Should a Brake Pad Wear Sensor Be Replaced?
Brake wear sensors should be replaced whenever they have been activated, damaged or when brake pads are renewed.
Common signs include:
- Brake wear warning light illuminated
- Intermittent brake warning messages
- Broken or damaged sensor wiring
- False brake wear warnings
- Corroded sensor connectors
- Sensor damage during brake servicing
- Brake pad replacement due to wear
Replacing the sensor during brake maintenance helps ensure the brake monitoring system continues to function correctly.
Why Replacement Matters
A functioning brake wear sensor helps protect your braking system while maintaining safety and reliability.
Benefits include:
- Accurate brake pad monitoring
- Reliable warning light operation
- Improved vehicle safety
- Protection of brake discs
- Reduced maintenance costs
- Better service planning
- Improved braking system reliability
- Long-term braking system protection
For Porsche owners, maintaining the brake wear monitoring system helps preserve the performance, safety and confidence expected from the marque.
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
99661236501
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
Rear Brake Pad Wear Sensor
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Maintain the safety and reliability of your Porsche braking
system with this OE Match Rear Brake Pad Wear Sensor. Designed for
Porsche 986 Boxster, Porsche 987.1 Boxster and Porsche 987.1 Cayman models,
this sensor forms an integral part of the factory brake wear monitoring system,
providing an early warning when rear brake pads have reached their service
limit.
Fits:
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
Installed directly into the rear brake pad assembly, the sensor continuously monitors brake pad thickness. As the friction material wears down, the sensor activates the dashboard brake warning system, alerting the driver that replacement is required. This helps prevent excessive brake wear, protects brake discs and ensures the braking system continues to perform safely and efficiently.
For Porsche sports cars, maintaining the brake wear monitoring system is an important part of preventative maintenance and long-term braking performance.
What Does a Brake Pad Wear Sensor Do?
The brake pad wear sensor is designed to monitor the remaining thickness of the brake pad friction material.
As the brake pad wears, the sensor eventually contacts the brake disc and completes an electrical circuit, triggering the brake wear warning light on the dashboard.
A correctly functioning sensor helps:
- Monitor brake pad condition
- Provide early brake wear warnings
- Prevent excessive brake pad wear
- Protect brake discs from damage
- Improve service planning
- Support safe braking performance
- Maintain factory brake monitoring functionality
The sensor acts as an important safeguard, ensuring brake maintenance can be carried out before braking performance is affected.
Why Do Brake Pad Wear Sensors Fail?
Brake wear sensors operate in a challenging environment exposed to heat, vibration, moisture and brake dust.
Common causes of failure include:
- Normal brake pad wear
- Sensor activation after reaching its wear limit
- Damaged wiring
- Corrosion within electrical connections
- Heat-related deterioration
- Physical damage during brake servicing
- Water ingress
- Age-related component fatigue
Because the sensor is designed to function alongside the brake pad, replacement is generally recommended whenever new brake pads are installed.
When Should a Brake Pad Wear Sensor Be Replaced?
The sensor should be replaced whenever it has been activated, damaged or when brake pads are renewed.
Common symptoms include:
- Brake wear warning light illuminated
- Intermittent brake warning messages
- Damaged sensor wiring
- False brake wear alerts
- Corroded electrical connections
- Sensor damage during servicing
- Rear brake pad replacement due to wear
Replacing the sensor during brake maintenance ensures the warning system continues to operate correctly.
Why Replacement Matters
A functioning brake wear sensor helps maintain braking safety while reducing the risk of costly brake repairs.
Benefits include:
- Accurate brake pad monitoring
- Reliable warning light operation
- Improved braking safety
- Protection of brake discs
- Better maintenance scheduling
- Reduced repair costs
- Improved braking system reliability
- Long-term component protection
For Porsche Boxster and Cayman owners, maintaining the brake wear monitoring system helps preserve the safety and performance expected from the Porsche brand.
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
98661236501
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche 996 C2 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C4 3.4L 1997-08/01
- Porsche 996 C2 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 C4S 3.6L 09/01-2005
- Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
Porsche 996 C2 / C4 / C4S Front & Rear Caliper
Porsche 996 Turbo Front & Rear Caliper
Porsche 986 Boxster 1997-2004 Front Caliper
Porsche 997 C2 / C4 MKI Rear Caliper
Price shown is for each wire sensor.
Related reference numbers
Related, superseded, cross reference or alternative numbers for comparison.
99661236501
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.5L 1997-99
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 1999-02
- Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
Porsche 986 Boxster 1997-2004 Rear Caliper
Porsche 987 MKI Boxster S 3.2L 2005-08 Rear Caliper
Porsche 987 MKII Boxster S 3.4L 2009>> Rear Caliper
Porsche 987C MKI Cayman S 3.4L 2005-08 Rear Caliper
Porsche 987C MKII Cayman S 3.4L 2010>> Rear Caliper
Price shown is for each wire sensor.
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98661236501
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