PowerStop SW-1708 Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor - Rear

Rear Brake Wear Sensor for Audi Applications

PowerStop SW-1708 is a rear electronic brake pad wear sensor built for Audi vehicles that use a Euro-style wear monitoring system. It is designed to match original equipment form, fit, and function while supporting reliable brake wear indication on the rear axle.

For drivers replacing rear pads and rotors on Audi A6 allroad, Q5, SQ5, A7 Sportback, and related models, this sensor helps restore proper wear monitoring after brake service. The SW-1708 is part of the PowerStop Euro-Stop line, which focuses on OE-style brake components for straightforward replacement.

Key Features

• PowerStop rear electronic brake wear sensor, part number SW-1708
• OE-style form, fit, and function for rear brake wear monitoring
• Built with a 13.58 in. wiring harness length
• Features a black female oval connector with blade terminals
• 2-wire design with 1 connector, 2 terminals, and 1 grommet included in the design
• Constructed to handle high-temperature brake environments and maintain conductivity

Detailed Product Overview

The PowerStop SW-1708 rear disc brake pad wear sensor is intended for vehicles equipped with electronic pad wear indicators on the rear brakes. It is engineered to meet or exceed OEM requirements and is built for consistent signal performance over extended mileage. If you are servicing rear brakes on an Audi Q5, Audi SQ5, Audi A6 Quattro, or Audi e-tron Quattro, replacing the worn sensor at the same time as the pads helps maintain accurate brake wear alerts.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Brake wear warning light remaining on after pad replacement
• Inaccurate rear pad wear monitoring on Audi vehicles
• Damaged or brittle sensor wiring during brake service
• Loss of continuity in the rear brake wear circuit
• Need for an OE-style rear brake wear sensor replacement

Installation Notes and Tips

Install the sensor on the rear brake position only and route the harness to match the original path. Inspect the connector, grommet, and terminal ends before installation, and replace any worn or heat-damaged brake wear sensor at the same time as the pads and rotors. Confirm connector shape, terminal style, and harness length against the original part before final assembly.

Compatible With 2022-2025 Audi A6 allroad, rear; 2023-2025 Audi A6 Quattro, rear; 2022-2025 Audi A7 Sportback, rear; 2022-2025 Audi Q5, rear; 2023-2025 Audi Q5 PHEV, rear; 2023-2025 Audi Q5 Sportback, rear; 2024-2025 Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback, rear; 2022-2025 Audi S6, rear; 2022-2025 Audi S7 Sportback, rear; 2022-2025 Audi SQ5, rear; 2022-2025 Audi SQ5 Sportback, rear; 2024-2025 Audi SQ8 e-tron Sportback, rear; 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron, rear; 2024 Audi SQ8 e-tron, rear; 2023 Audi e-tron Quattro, rear; 2022-2023 Audi e-tron S, rear; 2022-2023 Audi e-tron S Sportback, rear; 2022-2023 Audi e-tron Sportback, rear; 2021-2022 Audi A6 Quattro, rear; 2019-2022 Audi e-tron Quattro, rear; 2020-2022 Audi Q5 PHEV, rear; 2021-2022 Audi Q5 Sportback, rear; 2020-2021 Audi A6 allroad, rear; 2019-2021 Audi A7 Sportback, rear; 2020-2021 Audi e-tron Sportback, rear; 2018-2021 Audi Q5, rear; 2020-2021 Audi S6, rear; 2020-2021 Audi S7 Sportback, rear; 2018-2021 Audi SQ5, rear; 2021 Audi SQ5 Sportback, rear; 2019-2020 Audi A6 Quattro, rear; 2020 Audi S7, rear.

Quality Assurance

PowerStop designs Euro-Stop brake wear sensors to meet original equipment requirements for fit and function. The SW-1708 is built for durability in high-heat brake environments and long-term electrical conductivity, supporting dependable rear brake wear monitoring on Audi applications.