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Question
6 weeks ago warning light for pad wear came on on checking pads noticed discs needed done as well also sensor wire was snapped in 2 about 1 week later light went out for about 3days then came back on . replaced sensor wire,dics,&pads but light wont go out.according 2 bmw it should go out straight away but obviously hasnt .tried turning key 2 position 2 for 5 mins but didnt help back sensor is ok help please
Danny, give me some info on the year and model car you are working on. Also Which axle of brakes are you working on? Front or Rear? Please check the opposite axle wear sensor to see if it has broken aswell. You are correct in waiting with the key on for 5 minutes.
-Evan
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Evan Slater
Expertise
All 1999 model year and newer. Don't know much about pre OBD2 stuff. E46 and newer I am Especially good with late models. I NEED YEAR & MODEL OF VEHICLE! when asking questions. Please give last seven digits of the VIN number. Please give as much background info as possible when asking questions. Please read past questions and answers to avoid duplicate questions.
Experience
6 years automotive experience and 3+ years working as a Dealership Master Technician. Will offer dealership Technician perspective with knowledge of common failures/problems, part weaknesses, Service Bulletins, and Improved components. Will not give tipical Dealer Bull
Organizations
Current BMW dealership Master Technician
Education/Credentials
Graduate UTI Phoenix 2002 (won 9 out of 15 possible top student awards) BMW STEP Graduate 2004, Over 90% average on BMW ACT competition question for 3 years. BMW Master Technician Level 4 with Master Tech training. ASE Master Certified Technician.
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