Hey everyone, im sure this has been discussed but I cant seem to narrow it down in a search. Is it required to replace the brake sensor on the 380mm brakes when replacing the pads?

 

If the existing sensor hasn't triggered (ie worn down to the triggering point) then you can re-use it.
Problem is it's very hard to remove it from the old pad and/or clip it into the new pad without snapping part of the end/clip off, they go brittle with age and heat cycles.
Best to get a new one in case the old one snaps, they are only about $10 - $15, then if the old one goes back on OK you have a spare.

 

good to know thank you. My low brake pad warning has been on for about 3 days and i ordered new pads. Ill get a few sensors just in case

 

I ordered 4 sensors and was reading somewhere that I may only need 2. Is this correct?

 

Only need 2, but they are different front and back. So you will need one of each. Not 2 of each.

 

thank you. I ordered 2 front and 2 back so I guess I will send them back

 

Yep - one on RF and one on LR wheels.


You can probably still use it even if its made contact with the rotor. Just have to be careful when removing it as they tend to break.

 

I just ordered some today as well but rear pads and sensors. $50 all said and done at Rockauto

 

Just wondering, where did you buy the brake sensors from? Part number? Thanks a lot!

 

Front and rear set:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Front-Rear-...1Y2rxV&vxp=mtr

 

i spent less then that on rockauto.com

 

Yeah, I paid less also a while ago. That was just the most simple way to show what you need.

 

gotcha. Thank you