Removing and installing pad wear indicator wire - steel version brakes (1LF / 1LL) — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A6/A7 C7 (4G, 2011–2018); platform code 4X

• Renewed: if necessary

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• The pad wear sender must be renewed if the retaining clip (2) is lost.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove front wheel Running gear, axles, steering44Wheels, tyres.
2. Unplug electrical connector (2) for pad wear sender.
3. Release electrical connector (1) for pad wear sender from bracket (arrow A) and at the same time turn 90° (arrow B).
4. Pull contact (1) for pad wear sender out of brake pad, paying attention to retaining clip (2).
5. Move electrical wiring clear at brake hose (3) and retainer (4). [Note: The pad wear sender must be renewed if the retaining clip (2) is lost.] [Note: Check for damage to contact for pad wear sender and renew if necessary.Make sure the contact for the pad wear sender is properly seated in the brake pad.]

6. Press contact (1) for pad wear sender with retaining clip (2) into inner brake pad so that it engages.
7. Secure electrical wiring at retainer (4) and brake hose (3).
8. Locate electrical connector in correct position and turn in direction of (arrow) until tab (1) engages in slot (2) in bracket.
9. Plug in electrical connector (3).
10. Fit front wheel Running gear, axles, steering44Wheels, tyres.

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