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Brake Pad Wear Sensors
By OE Match
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1985-88
The OE Match Brake Pad Wear Sensor is a high-quality replacement braking system component designed to monitor brake pad condition and alert the driver when the pads have reached their minimum safe operating thickness. Manufactured to OE specifications for fit, performance and reliability, this sensor forms an essential part of the vehicle's brake wear monitoring system.
Fits:
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1985-88
Fitted directly into the brake pad assembly, the sensor continuously monitors brake pad wear and communicates with the vehicle's warning system. When the friction material wears to a predetermined level, the sensor activates the brake pad wear warning light, ensuring maintenance can be carried out before braking performance is compromised.
What This Product Does:
- Monitors brake pad wear throughout the life of the brake pads.
- Activates the brake wear warning light when replacement is required.
- Provides early notification of brake maintenance needs.
- Helps prevent excessive brake pad wear.
- Protects brake discs from damage caused by worn brake pads.
- Supports safe and effective braking performance.
- Assists with preventative brake system maintenance.
Symptoms Of Wear Or Failure:
- Brake pad wear warning light remaining illuminated.
- Intermittent brake wear warning messages.
- False brake wear alerts despite sufficient brake pad material.
- No warning light when brake pads are excessively worn.
- Damaged, broken or frayed sensor wiring.
- Corrosion or physical damage to the sensor body.
- Brake monitoring fault codes stored within the vehicle system.
- Warning light remaining active after brake pad replacement.
Why Replacement Matters:
- Brake pad wear sensors operate in demanding conditions and are constantly exposed to brake dust, heat, moisture, road debris and vibration. In many applications, the sensor is designed to wear alongside the brake pads and should be replaced whenever new brake pads are fitted to ensure continued monitoring accuracy.
- A damaged or malfunctioning sensor can provide inaccurate brake wear information, potentially leading to unnecessary warning lights or failure to notify the driver when brake pads require replacement. If brake pads wear beyond their safe operating limit, braking performance can be compromised and costly damage to brake discs may occur.
- Replacing a worn brake pad wear sensor restores accurate brake monitoring, ensures correct operation of the warning system and helps maintain optimum braking performance and safety. An OE Match replacement provides factory-style fitment, dependable operation and long-term reliability, making it an essential component during brake servicing and maintenance.
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94461221105
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- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87

Porsche 944 1985-86 front
Porsche 911 1984-89 3.2L rear (Old pin type)
Price is for each wire sensor.
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94461221103
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- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1985-88
The OE Match Rear Brake Pad Wear Sensor is a high-quality replacement braking system component designed to monitor the condition of the rear brake pads and provide a warning when the friction material reaches its minimum safe operating thickness. Manufactured to OE specifications for fit, performance and reliability, this sensor helps ensure timely brake maintenance and supports safe, consistent braking performance.

Fits:
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1985-88
Installed directly into the rear brake pad assembly, the sensor forms part of the vehicle's brake wear monitoring system. As the brake pads wear down through normal use, the sensor detects when the service limit has been reached and activates the dashboard brake wear warning light, notifying the driver that brake pad replacement is required.
What This Product Does:
- Monitors rear brake pad wear throughout the life of the brake pads.
- Activates the brake wear warning indicator when service is required.
- Provides early notification of brake maintenance requirements.
- Helps prevent excessive brake pad wear.
- Protects brake discs from damage caused by worn brake pads.
- Supports safe and efficient braking performance.
- Assists with preventative maintenance of the braking system.
Symptoms Of Wear Or Failure:
- Brake wear warning light remaining illuminated.
- Intermittent brake wear warning messages.
- False brake wear alerts despite adequate brake pad thickness.
- No warning indication when brake pads are excessively worn.
- Damaged, broken or frayed sensor wiring.
- Corrosion or physical damage to the sensor body.
- Brake monitoring fault codes stored within the vehicle system.
- Warning light remaining active after brake pad replacement.
Why Replacement Matters:
- Rear brake pad wear sensors operate in harsh conditions and are continually exposed to brake dust, heat, moisture, road debris and vibration. In many applications, the sensor is designed to wear alongside the brake pads and should be replaced whenever new rear brake pads are installed to ensure accurate wear monitoring.
- A damaged or malfunctioning sensor can provide inaccurate brake wear information, potentially resulting in unnecessary warning lights or failure to alert the driver when brake service is required. If brake pads wear beyond their safe operating limit, braking efficiency can be reduced and costly damage to the brake discs may occur.
- Replacing a worn rear brake pad wear sensor restores accurate brake wear monitoring, ensures proper operation of the dashboard warning system and helps maintain safe braking performance. An OE Match replacement provides factory-style fitment, dependable operation and long-term reliability, making it an essential component during brake servicing and maintenance.
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94461221104
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- Porsche 944S2 3.0L 16V 1989-91
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1985-88
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1989-91
- Porsche 944 Turbo S 2.5L 8V 1988


Porsche 944 3.0 12/88-11/95
Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5 01/87-07/91
Price shown is for each wire sensor.
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95161221200
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- Porsche 944S2 3.0L 16V 1989-91
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1989-91
- Porsche 944 Turbo S 2.5L 8V 1988
- Porsche 968 3.0L 1992-94
- Porsche 968 Sport 3.0L 1994-95
- Porsche 968 CS 3.0L 1993-95
- Porsche 968 Turbo S 3.0L 1993-94
Price shown is for each wire sensor.
Porsche 944 S2 1989-91 - Front or Rear Caliper
Porsche 944 Turbo 1987-91 - Front or Rear Caliper
Porsche 944 Turbo S 1987-91 - Front or Rear Caliper
Porsche 968 1992-95 - Front or Rear Caliper
Brake pad wear sensor monitors pad thickness and alerts the driver when the brake pads have reached a wear limit, ensuring timely replacement and maintaining braking performance. Manufactured to OE specification, this sensor features the correct connector, cable length, mounting clip and resistance values, making it a reliable replacement for Porsche’s factory part.
• Position on Vehicle: Located at the brake caliper or backing plate where it detects the pad wear through contact or cable resistance change.
• Applications: Ideal when the original wear-sensor is damaged, disconnected, corroded, or when replacing brake pads and you wish to restore full safety and original monitoring function.
The brake pad wear sensor is an integral part of modern braking systems: it notifies the driver when pad material is low, ensuring timely servicing and helping avoid damage to rotors or calipers. A failed or missing sensor can lead to unnoticed pad wear, reduced braking efficiency and potential safety hazard. Replacing it ensures consistent pad life tracking and supports safe vehicle operation.
When and why to replace:
• Original sensor unplugged, broken or corroded
• Brake pads replaced without reinstalling a proper sensor
• Warning light for brake pad wear is triggered or malfunctioning
• Restoring a vehicle to original specification including all safety monitoring components
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94461236502
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- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944 2.7L 8V 1988-89
- Porsche 944S 2.5L 16V 1987-88
Front Brake Pad Wear Sensor
Sold each - 2 required per car
Maintain the safety and performance of your braking system
with this OE Match Front Brake Pad Wear Sensor, designed
specifically for Porsche 944 models produced between 1987 and 1989. This sensor
forms an important part of the factory brake monitoring system, providing an
early warning when front brake pads have reached their minimum service
thickness.
Fits:
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944 2.7L 8V 1988-89
- Porsche 944S 2.5L 16V 1987-88
Installed within the front brake pad assembly, the wear sensor is designed to trigger the dashboard brake wear warning light when the friction material becomes worn. This allows owners to replace brake pads before braking efficiency is compromised or expensive brake disc damage occurs.
For a performance-focused sports car such as the Porsche 944, maintaining the braking system in peak condition is essential for both safety and driving confidence.
What Does a Brake Pad Wear Sensor Do?
The brake pad wear sensor continuously monitors the thickness of the brake pad friction material.
As the brake pad wears, the sensor eventually contacts the brake disc and completes an electrical circuit that illuminates the brake wear warning light on the dashboard.
A correctly functioning sensor helps:
- Monitor brake pad condition
- Provide early brake wear warnings
- Prevent excessive brake pad wear
- Protect brake discs from damage
- Improve maintenance planning
- Support safe braking performance
- Maintain factory brake monitoring functionality
The sensor acts as an early warning system, helping drivers address brake wear before it becomes a safety concern.
Why Do Brake Pad Wear Sensors Fail?
Brake wear sensors operate in an environment exposed to heat, moisture, road debris and vibration.
Common causes of failure include:
- Normal brake pad wear
- Sensor activation through brake pad wear
- Damaged sensor wiring
- Corrosion in electrical connections
- Heat damage
- Physical damage during brake servicing
- Water and dirt contamination
- Age-related deterioration
Because the sensor is designed to wear alongside the brake pad, replacement is often recommended whenever new brake pads are installed.
When Should a Brake Pad Wear Sensor Be Replaced?
The sensor should be replaced whenever it has been activated, damaged or when new brake pads are fitted.
Common signs include:
- Brake wear warning light illuminated
- Intermittent brake warning messages
- Damaged or broken wiring
- False brake wear warnings
- Corrosion at sensor connections
- Brake pad replacement due to wear
- Sensor damage during servicing
Replacing the sensor during brake maintenance helps ensure continued reliability of the brake monitoring system.
Why Replacement Matters
A functioning brake pad wear sensor helps maintain both safety and braking system reliability.
Benefits include:
- Accurate brake wear monitoring
- Early maintenance alerts
- Protection of brake discs
- Improved braking safety
- Reliable dashboard warning operation
- Reduced risk of excessive brake wear
- Better service planning
- Long-term braking system protection
For Porsche 944 owners, maintaining the factory brake wear warning system helps preserve both performance and peace of mind.
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94461221200
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944 2.7L 8V 1988-89
- Porsche 944S 2.5L 16V 1987-88
The OE Match Brake Pad Wear Sensor is a high-quality replacement braking system component designed to monitor brake pad wear and provide a timely warning when the brake pads approach their minimum safe thickness. Manufactured to OE specifications for fit, reliability and performance, this sensor is an essential part of the vehicle's brake wear monitoring system.
Fits:
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944 2.7L 8V 1988-89
- Porsche 944S 2.5L 16V 1987-88
Installed directly into the brake pad assembly, the sensor continuously monitors the condition of the brake friction material. When the pads wear to a predetermined limit, the sensor activates the dashboard brake wear warning light, alerting the driver that brake service is required. This helps maintain optimum braking performance and prevents unnecessary damage to other brake system components.
What This Product Does:
- Monitors brake pad wear throughout the life of the brake pads.
- Activates the brake wear warning light when replacement is required.
- Provides early notification of brake maintenance needs.
- Helps prevent excessive brake pad wear.
- Protects brake discs from damage caused by worn brake pads.
- Supports safe and effective braking performance.
- Assists with preventative brake system maintenance.
Symptoms Of Wear Or Failure:
- Brake wear warning light remaining permanently illuminated.
- Intermittent brake wear warning messages.
- False brake wear alerts despite sufficient brake pad thickness.
- No warning indication when brake pads are excessively worn.
- Damaged, frayed or broken sensor wiring.
- Corrosion or physical damage to the sensor body.
- Brake monitoring fault codes stored within the vehicle system.
- Warning light remaining active after brake pad replacement.
Why Replacement Matters:
- Brake pad wear sensors operate in a harsh environment and are exposed to brake dust, heat, moisture, road debris and constant vibration. In many applications, the sensor is designed to wear alongside the brake pads and should be replaced whenever new brake pads are installed to maintain accurate monitoring.
- A damaged or malfunctioning sensor can provide inaccurate wear information, potentially leading to unnecessary warning lights or failure to notify the driver when brake pads require replacement. If brake pads wear beyond their safe operating limit, braking performance may be reduced and costly damage to the brake discs can occur.
- Replacing a worn brake pad wear sensor restores accurate brake wear monitoring, ensures correct operation of the dashboard warning system and helps maintain safe braking performance. An OE Match replacement provides factory-style fitment, dependable operation and long-term reliability, making it an essential component during brake servicing and maintenance.
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94461221201
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OEMatch Brake Pad Wear Sensors — Stopping Power, Consistent Control
OEMatch brake pad wear sensors for Porsche models monitor pad thickness and provide timely warnings when replacement is needed. Accurate sensing supports routine maintenance, helps protect discs from excessive wear and contributes to predictable braking behaviour across classic and modern Porsche vehicles.
Understanding OEMatch Brake Pad Wear SensorsOEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts are made by the same company that produced your Porsche’s original brake pad wear sensors. OE (Original Equipment) refers to parts matching original specifications for the brake pad wear sensors and may be supplied by alternative manufacturers. Aftermarket parts offer alternative options, sometimes with enhanced features or better value. OEMatch supplies non-OEM brake pad wear sensors engineered as direct-fit alternatives to OEM parts, made to original-spec dimensions and tolerances for Porsche models. These sensors detect pad material loss either by completing or interrupting an electrical circuit or by a change in resistance as the pad wears, which triggers a dashboard warning or service message. Sensors are routed and secured close to the pads and rely on intact insulation and secure connectors to deliver reliable signals. OEMatch maintains a wide Porsche-focused catalogue and extensive OE cross-references to help identify the correct item for each model and application.
Benefits Include- Restores accurate pad-wear monitoring so replacements are identified in good time.
- Helps prevent unnecessary disc damage by prompting timely pad changes.
- Simplifies servicing with standardised connections and mounting that fit original locations.
- Supports consistent warning-system behaviour across many Porsche models.
- Exposure to high brake temperatures can melt or crack sensor housings or cable insulation.
- Corrosion or ingress from water and road salt can cause electrical faults.
- Abrasion and vibration can wear or fray sensor cables and protective sleeving.
- Poor connector contacts or incorrect routing during servicing may interrupt the signal.
Replacing faulty or degraded sensors preserves the vehicle’s ability to warn of low pad thickness, reducing the risk of disc damage and helping maintain braking consistency. Timely replacement supports scheduled maintenance and contributes to overall braking system reliability for Porsche models.
Advantages- Wide model coverage and OE cross-references to aid correct part selection.
- Designed to fit original mounting points and clearances for straightforward installation.
- Durable materials and connector designs intended to resist heat and contamination.
- Suitable for maintenance, restoration and routine brake servicing.
These items affect safety-critical systems. Installation should be carried out by a qualified technician following model-specific procedures and torque settings. Use calibrated tools and new fasteners where specified.