What Causes the Brake Pad Wear Warning in Mercedes-Benz?

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EvelynLynn
07/29/25 7:15pm
Mercedes-Benz brake pad wear warning occurs due to the following reasons: Brake Pad Wear Limit: When the brake pads reach the wear limit, a warning indicates the need for replacement to prevent brake failure. If the brake discs are damaged, replacing them will be more expensive. Brake Pad Wear: When the brake pads wear down to the warning position, the metal indicator on the pads creates noise, signaling the need for replacement. The friction material of the brake pads includes a warning circuit. Once the pads wear to a certain thickness, the circuit is broken, triggering the brake pad warning light. Abnormal Damage: The warning may also be caused by abnormal damage to the warning circuit, resulting in a short circuit, rather than the brake pads actually reaching the wear limit.
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