This little guy essentially monitors how much life is left in your front brake pads. It’s a simple circuit – it has a little contact point that touches the brake rotor when your pads are still a good thickness. As your pads wear down and get thinner, eventually that contact point loses touch with the rotor. When that happens, it completes or breaks the circuit, sending a signal to your dashboard warning light. It doesn’t stop your brakes from working, it just lets you know they’re getting thin. Think of it like a really early warning system. It doesn’t directly impact how well you stop, but it prevents you from driving down to metal on metal, which can damage the rotors—and that gets expensive. It acts like a shield, protecting you from a bigger repair bill later. It's usually integrated right into one of the brake pads, so when you replace your pads, you replace the sensor at the same time. You’ll notice if it fails because that warning light on your dash will stay on even after you’ve parked and restarted the car. Ignoring it isn't a safety issue right away, but it's definitely a sign you need to check your brake pad thickness. Driving with completely worn pads damages the rotors and calipers, and that’s a much bigger job than just replacing pads. It's preventative maintenance. You can usually find these pretty easily online, places like Fixparts Online carry them. It’s a cheap part to replace when you’re already doing the brakes, and saves you headaches down the road. Proven track record: Front Brake Pad Wear Sensor (MPN 1987474520) is backed by a 12-month warranty!

About Bosch

Robert Bosch GmbH is a global leader in automotive technology, offering high-quality parts and systems that enhance vehicle efficiency, safety, and reliability.

Why Choose Bosch?

• Bosch parts are known for lasting a long time, so you won’t have to replace them often. • They perform reliably, helping to keep your vehicle running smoothly and safely. • Bosch invests a lot in research and development, meaning you’re getting the latest technology. • Mechanics trust Bosch, and that’s a good sign of quality and performance you can depend on. Bosch delivers excellence, FixParts Online delivers to your door.