C0130
Brake Pad Wear Sensor Circuit Front
1995-1999 BMW 318ti E36 1.9L I4 🇩🇪
Moderate SeverityChassis
Description
The front brake pad wear sensor circuit indicates a fault or that pads have reached minimum thickness.
Symptoms
- Brake pad warning light
- Service brakes message on dash
- Grinding noise from front brakes
Common Causes
- Front brake pads worn to minimum
- Wear sensor wire broken or chafed
- Sensor connector disconnected during service
- Sensor embedded in pad consumed by wear
Diagnostic Steps
- Check front brake pad thickness visually
- Inspect wear sensor wire for damage
- Check sensor connector
- Measure pad thickness with calipers
- Compare both front pad sets
Repair Notes
Replace front brake pads and wear sensors. Sensors are typically one-time use.
Related Codes
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- C0021LF Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0022RF Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0023LR Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0024RR Wheel Speed Sensor Range/Performance
- C0025LF Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0026RF Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0027LR Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0028RR Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent
- C0035Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
- C0036Left Front Wheel Speed Signal Erratic
C0130 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code C0130 mean on a 1995-1999 BMW 318ti E36?
C0130 stands for "Brake Pad Wear Sensor Circuit Front". The front brake pad wear sensor circuit indicates a fault or that pads have reached minimum thickness.
What are the symptoms of C0130 on a BMW 318ti E36?
Common symptoms of C0130 include: Brake pad warning light, Service brakes message on dash, Grinding noise from front brakes.
What causes C0130 on a 1995-1999 BMW 318ti E36?
Common causes of C0130 include: Front brake pads worn to minimum, Wear sensor wire broken or chafed, Sensor connector disconnected during service, Sensor embedded in pad consumed by wear.