Brake Lining Wear Indicator On... Now What?

[Pink_Floyd]

So the little (O) light just came on 2 days ago. I guess I need new brake pads... and sensors.... and rotors? Do I have to replace all 3 of those.. and are there any other things I should replace while I have everything disassembled? I guess I might as well rotate the tires too...

Also, how long do I have to replace them? It's already been about 2 days, I figure I could order the stuff and have it here in 4 days and do the job on the weekend, is that OK?

Thanks!

 

[manuel]

just because the light is on it doesnt mean you need new brakes/rotors. it could just mean that the sensor is bad. inspect the rotors/brakes. if they appear to be in good condition, just replace the sensor. if the sensor is working id say you have a few hundred miles left.

P.S.
i did the same thing you did, and i now have a new set of rotors and brakes.

 

[Wadula]

usually new pads shall be enough. rotors last way way longer. but do as manuel said and check their status before you start buying parts.

 

[JUS]

P9ink_Floyd

I agree with manuel your brake pads friction material minimum thickness is 5/64 inch. Need to replace brake idicators sensors about $14.00 @ the dealer. Front/Rear Disc minmum thickness refer to the demension mark on the disc. Front/Rear Disc maximum disc runout 0.007 inch.


JUS-N-5

 

[bigdavid1001]

Yea iI just went through this process and got the entire package. New sport rotors, pads and new sensors. What a difference!!!! Wiw the car stops oun a dime now. I think that this is next to new tires one of the best possible upgrades!!!