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worn brake pad indicator - 9/12/2007 12:09:52 PM

gunnerwoody

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Hi I am new here but, I have a problem that hopefully someone can answer. I replaced the pads on a 2001 jetta and the worn brake indicator light will not go off. I tried disconnecting the battery but that didn't work either. Any sugestions before I go to the stealership?

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RE: worn brake pad indicator - 9/12/2007 3:05:42 PM

tchristian

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I'm not extremely familiar with the VW brakes, but on BMW's (which I am familiar with), if the brake wear sensor is triggered, you need to replace the sensor. It's not an expensive part and it clips into the caliper next to the pads. Check to see if that's what you have.

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RE: worn brake pad indicator - 9/13/2007 10:13:37 AM

gunnerwoody

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Nope no sensors any other suggestions?

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RE: worn brake pad indicator - 9/13/2007 10:24:20 AM

tchristian

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I would think there has to be some kind of sensor in order for a light to be activated. Did you check both wheels? The BMW has a sensor on one side only.

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RE: worn brake pad indicator - 9/13/2007 9:31:23 PM

sdvw

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I work at City Volkswagen in San Diego California. I am in sales but I will ask a service advisor tomorrow about your problem. I'll post the solution as soon as I find out what needs to be done.

Scott

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RE: worn brake pad indicator - 9/14/2007 7:53:08 AM

moesauction!

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Hello my vee dub freinds, i ahve found that replacing them with pads that arent oem , like pads from oreillys or auto zone the sensor wont read the aftermarket ones, common problem use only oem pads and it will clear the problem up.

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RE: worn brake pad indicator - 9/14/2007 7:57:25 PM

gunnerwoody

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I appreciate the service help, I never heard of the OEM thing...

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RE: worn brake pad indicator - 9/14/2007 9:33:04 PM

marcia

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can someone help me with brake problem 73 VW bug

Marcia

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