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Old 08-01-2006, 05:01 PM
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I know it is here somewhere but I can't find it. I'm replacing the front pads on my 01 A4 Quattro and there's a wire attached to the inside pad. What is it, do I need it, and can I get another one? I'm running out of daylight...dammit
Old 08-01-2006, 05:03 PM
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Default its the wear sensor.. if the new pads dont have one then clip the wire

at the old pads and connect both wires together to keep a closed loop to keep the brake light off. if the new pads have the same wire then unplug by twisting and pulling up on the "latch" and go from there
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Default I thought so...thanks

I'm putting these pads on now because my wife didn't tell me how bad they were and I need to change them now so she has wheels. In a week or two, I'll put better pads on and rotors at the same time. Thanks again...
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