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GeoBrakes stocks disc brake pad wear sensor kits confirmed to fit the Mercedes Benz Slk280, combining the wear sensor probe manufactured to the exact OEM probe length and contact resistance for the Slk280 with connector hardware, retaining clips, and in pad-inclusive configurations the brake pads themselves, so the complete brake monitoring system on your Mercedes Benz Slk280 is restored correctly in a single service.
Standard/OE$18.55
10 items in stock
Select your vehicle to see compatible products and accurate pricing
A brake pad wear sensor kit for the Mercedes Benz Slk280 does one critical thing that a pad change alone cannot: it ensures the brake warning light on your Slk280 dashboard accurately reflects the condition of the next set of brake pads. Without a new sensor on the Mercedes Benz Slk280, the warning system is non-functional from day one of the new pads, there is no advance notice for the next replacement cycle on your Slk280. On Mercedes Benz Slk280 vehicles where a previous service skipped the sensor, the brake warning light may also remain on permanently after new pads are installed on the Slk280.
The kit for your Mercedes Benz Slk280 includes the brake pad wear sensor probe unit manufactured to OEM contact resistance and threshold depth for the Slk280 monitoring circuit, the wiring connector mating with the Mercedes Benz Slk280 brake monitoring harness where required, the retaining clip or mounting bracket securing the sensor to the Slk280 brake pad or caliper correctly, and in pad-inclusive kits, the brake pads for the Mercedes Benz Slk280 with sensor pre-assembled at factory-correct position on the Slk280 pad.
A brake pad wear sensor on the Mercedes Benz Slk280 is a calibrated component manufactured to trigger the Slk280 brake warning circuit at a specific remaining pad thickness. Too long and it triggers early on your Mercedes Benz Slk280, sending drivers for an unnecessary brake service with significant Slk280 pad life remaining. Too short and it triggers late or not at all on the Slk280, leaving the driver with no advance warning as the Mercedes Benz Slk280 pads approach the metal backing plate.
Wear sensor compatibility for the Mercedes Benz Slk280 is more exacting than most brake components. Probe length, contact resistance specification, and connector pinout must all match the Slk280 brake monitoring circuit exactly. A wrong-spec sensor on your Mercedes Benz Slk280 either triggers warnings at the wrong pad thickness or fails to connect to the existing Slk280 harness. Every kit in the GeoBrakes catalogue is sourced to OEM specification for the Mercedes Benz Slk280 exact year and model, with front and rear positions listed separately.
How do I know if my Mercedes Benz Slk280 has electronic brake pad wear sensors?
Check your Mercedes Benz Slk280 owner's manual for a brake pad warning light in the instrument cluster section. Use the GeoBrakes vehicle selector to confirm whether your Mercedes Benz Slk280 application requires an electronic sensor kit.
Can I buy the wear sensor separately from the brake pads for my Mercedes Benz Slk280?
Yes. GeoBrakes carries sensors as standalone components and as part of sensor kits for the Mercedes Benz Slk280. If replacing Slk280 pads that did not include a sensor and the existing sensor has already triggered, a standalone sensor or sensor kit is the correct purchase for your Mercedes Benz Slk280.
Will the brake warning light turn off automatically after installing a new sensor on my Mercedes Benz Slk280?
On most Mercedes Benz Slk280 vehicles, the brake pad warning light turns off once the new sensor is correctly installed and the ignition is cycled. On some Mercedes Benz Slk280 European platforms, a diagnostic scan tool reset may be required. Check your Slk280 service documentation if the light does not clear after installation.