Wabco 4497200200 Cable with Plug and Socket

Description

This Wabco cable with plug and socket is a critical component within the brake system, specifically functioning as a brake pad wear sensor. It is designed for use in commercial vehicles and trailers to accurately detect brake pad wear. The cable features a 3-pin coupling connector on one end and a 3-pin coupling socket on the other, ensuring a secure and reliable connection. This cable meets OE specifications, delivering robust performance and extended service life while accurately transmitting brake pad wear information. It measures 22 x 362 x 362 mm and has a calculated volume of 2.883.

Key Features & Benefits

This cable’s job is pretty simple, actually. It connects the brake pad wear sensor, which is a little device built into one of your brake pads, to your car’s computer. The sensor itself wears down with your brake pads. As the pad material gets used up, the sensor eventually closes a circuit, sending an electrical signal through this cable to the computer. That’s what triggers the warning light on your dash. It’s a closed loop system, letting the computer know when it's time for maintenance. Think of this cable as the messenger. The sensor does the ‘seeing’ – noticing the pad thickness – but this cable is how it tells your car's brain about it. It’s part of your overall braking system, working alongside everything else to keep you safe. It doesn't make the brakes work, but it lets you know when the parts that do need attention.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, ignoring a brake pad warning light is…not a good idea, right? Letting your pads wear down completely can damage your rotors, which are a lot more expensive to fix. This cable and sensor work together as an early warning system. It acts like a shield, preventing bigger, more costly repairs down the line. You’ll notice if this cable is faulty because the warning light either won’t come on at all, or might stay on even after you've replaced perfectly good pads. If you’re doing brake work yourself, it's smart to replace this cable while you're at it – they can corrode or break over time. You can find these pretty easily, we have a good selection at Fixparts Online if you want to take a look, or I can check our stock here for you.

Warranty Information

Wabco Cable with Plug and Socket (MPN 4497200200) comes with a 1-year warranty.