MrLexse

Recently I had the words "BRAKE PAD SERVICE" appear in red writing on my digital dash. I've since replaced the pads and rotors, but I don't know how to delete the warning from appearing each time I start the car. Any information would be appreciated.

Mikli

Did you replace the sensors as well?

Mrmerlin

your going to have to either fix or replace the broken or worn sensors,
one or more of the sensors has a break in its continuity,
a little bit of testing should tell you what one.
To test, remove the connector from the white barrel and use an OHM meter to test for continuity, then you can either solder the wires together, use silver solder or make a jumper and take the sensor out of the loop.

MrLexse

I'll check the sensors again, but I believe they were both replaced with new ones at the time of the pad/rotor replacement. Should the warning light automatically reset (go out) with the replacement of the pads/sensors, or is it reset with a procedure? If new, should I be looking for a faulty sensor?

Mrmerlin

the sensor string is one long wire for the front and rear, any break in the circuit will cause the light to come on,
there is no reset procedure just have continuity and the system will not light up
so yes you need to follow what was posted above

Calgary Ole

With damaged sensors, do you simply solder the wires together right at the caliper to take them out of the loop?

Vilhuer

Yes.

Mrmerlin

the wire can be reconnected.
if its broken then you will probably need a new sensor to have its full function,
Note the wires need to be silver soldered , the insulation and the wires are different than the rest of the cars wiring they are hi heat capable.

jthwan22

Is the S4 sensor different with GTS pad sensor? I did a swap and the sensor can no longer be plug in.

Randy V

Yes.