New Brake Pad Wear Sensor Design Will Prevent Squealing on BMW 525xi

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

If the brakes are squealing, there's a good chance it is the brake pad wear sensor. A new design was implemented in January 2006 and can be identified by its green color.

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BMW 525xi vehicles with this problem

1 model year affected
Average mileage: 85,000 miles
(85,000 - 85,000)

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