These are basically little metal tabs embedded in the brake pad material itself. They’re designed to start making noise when your pads get thin. They don’t do anything mechanically to stop the car, they just tell you something’s wearing down. Think of it like a warning system. They’re part of the brake pad assembly, positioned so that as the pad material wears away with normal use, eventually this small metal piece will come into contact with the brake rotor. That contact is what creates the squealing or grinding noise you hear. It’s a signal that the friction material is getting dangerously low. They're really important because they prevent you from wearing down your rotors. If you let your brake pads go too long, you’ll end up grinding metal on metal, and that damages the rotors. Rotors are much more expensive to replace than brake pads. That little indicator acts like a shield, protecting a more expensive part. You’ll notice if the indicator is active – it’s usually a high – pitched squeal or grinding sound when you’re braking. Ignoring it can lead to bigger problems, and more money out of your pocket. You can find replacement brake pads with wear indicators at places like Fixparts Online, or most auto parts stores. Shop with confidence: Wear Indicator (MPN 172290) comes with a 3 year manufacturer guarantee!

About Febi

Ferdinand Bilstein is a leading global supplier of aftermarket spare parts, offering an extensive range of high-quality components for passenger and commercial vehicles.

Why Choose Febi?

• Febi parts are made to the same standards as original equipment, so you get reliable quality without the high price. • We offer a huge range of parts – everything from engine components to brake parts and even small wear items – all in one place. • Febi has been around for over 75 years, so we know what mechanics and drivers need to keep vehicles on the road. • You’ll find parts for many different makes and models, including popular European cars, making it easy to find what you need. Febi – trusted quality, available at FixParts Online!