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Standard Ignition PWS281 Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor - Front Right
| Brand | Standard Ignition PWS281 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Right |
| Connector Gender | Female |
| Connector Shape | Round |
| Functions | Brake Pad Wear Sensor |
| Harness Length - inches | 12.75" |
| Harness Length - mm | 324 |
| Mounting Location | Brake Caliper |
| Terminal Gender | Male |
| Terminal Type | Cylindrical tube |
| Fits | Porsche · 18 vehicles |
Brake pad wear sensor. Monitors pad wear to help signal when service is needed.
Caliper-mounted design. Built for a secure fit at the brake caliper.
Round connector. Uses a female connector with two male terminals.
Cross-references Standard Ignition PWS281, URO 99761275900 and WS481 for the same application. See all 3.
Brake Pad Wear Sensor for Porsche Front Right
Standard Ignition PWS281 is a disc brake pad wear sensor for the front right brake caliper. It monitors pad wear and supports the warning system on select Porsche Boxster, Cayman, and 911 applications with steel rotors where specified.
Key Features
- Disc brake pad wear sensor for brake warning system service
- Mounts at the brake caliper for front right applications
- Female connector with round shape for direct-style connection
- 12.75 in. harness length for proper routing
- Male cylindrical tube terminals with 2-terminal design
- Direct interchange reference for Standard Ignition PWS281
Detailed Description
Standard Ignition PWS281 is built as a brake pad wear sensor for the front right position on select Porsche models. It is listed for 2005-2008 Porsche 911, front right, with steel rotors; 2006-2010 Porsche Boxster, front right, with steel rotors; 2006-2010 Porsche Cayman, front right, with steel rotors; 2009-2010 Porsche Boxster, front right; and 2009-2010 Porsche Cayman, front right. This part cross-references URO 99761275900 for the same application. Use PWS281 when servicing the brake warning circuit on Porsche Boxster, Cayman, or 911 vehicles that require a front right pad wear sensor.
What It Helps Address
- Brake pad wear warning light staying on
- Broken or damaged front right wear sensor lead
- Fault codes related to the pad wear monitoring circuit
- Loss of continuity at the brake caliper sensor connection
- Service replacement after brake pad wear sensor damage
Installation Notes and Tips
Install at the brake caliper and route the 12.75-inch harness to match the original path. Confirm connector style, terminal type, and front right position before installation. Verify vehicle application by model year and rotor type, since some Porsche Boxster, Cayman, and 911 listings require steel rotors.
Quality Assurance
Standard Ignition supplies this brake pad wear sensor as an OE-style service part for the listed Porsche applications. Confirm fitment against the vehicle’s brake configuration and sensor connection before replacement.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Porsche | Boxster | — | 2.9L | H6 | Front Right | — |
| 2010 | Porsche | Boxster | — | 3.4L | H6 | Front Right | w/ Steel Rotors |
| 2010 | Porsche | Cayman | — | 3.4L | H6 | Front Right | w/ Steel Rotors |
| 2010 | Porsche | Cayman | — | 2.9L | H6 | Front Right | — |
| 2009 | Porsche | Boxster | — | 2.9L | H6 | Front Right | — |
| 2009 | Porsche | Boxster | — | 3.4L | H6 | Front Right | w/ Steel Rotors |
| 2009 | Porsche | Cayman | — | 3.4L | H6 | Front Right | w/ Steel Rotors |
| 2009 | Porsche | Cayman | — | 2.9L | H6 | Front Right | — |
| 2008 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera | — | — | Front Right | w/ Steel Rotors |
| 2008 | Porsche | Boxster | — | 3.4L | H6 | Front Right | w/ Steel Rotors |
| 2008 | Porsche | Cayman | — | 3.4L | H6 | Front Right | w/ Steel Rotors |
| 2007 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera | — | — | Front Right | w/ Steel Rotors |
| 2007 | Porsche | Boxster | — | 3.4L | H6 | Front Right | w/ Steel Rotors |
| 2007 | Porsche | Cayman | — | 3.4L | H6 | Front Right | w/ Steel Rotors |
| 2006 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera | — | — | Front Right | w/ Steel Rotors |
| 2006 | Porsche | Boxster | — | 3.2L | H6 | Front Right | w/ Steel Rotors |
| 2006 | Porsche | Cayman | — | — | — | Front Right | w/ Steel Rotors |
| 2005 | Porsche | 911 | Carrera | — | — | Front Right | w/ Steel Rotors |
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