Relays, Sensors, Switches, and Electronics are all foot soldiers in an army of components responsible for converting delicate foot pressure at the pedal to precise control at each individual wheel. Whether your vehicle has the original braking system or an upgraded system to match its upgraded performance, there are some parts that are important regardless. The... Read More

Relays, Sensors, Switches & Electronics Information

Why are Relays, Sensors, Switches & Electronics Part(s) Important

Relays, Sensors, Switches, and Electronics are all foot soldiers in an army of components responsible for converting delicate foot pressure at the pedal to precise control at each individual wheel. Whether your vehicle has the original braking system or an upgraded system to match its upgraded performance, there are some parts that are important regardless. These parts go beyond pads, rotors, shoes and drums but are just as necessary to a properly working brake system. From old drum brakes with no power-assist to high end ABS systems, the system lives and dies with the health of your relays, sensors, switches, and electronics.

It is amazing how many electronics go into a modern hydraulic brake system. There are a large number of sensors, relays, and switches from the relay that makes sure you can’t start the vehicle without your foot on the brake to the switch that activates the brake lights when you step on the pedal. These electronic components form interdependent clusters that are just as much a part of the whole as the hydraulic and mechanical clusters.

When electronic clusters break down, you should get a warning. A dash light indicator, a uncharacteristic pulsing in the ABS system, or failed brake light can indicated a breakdown to the relays, sensors, switches, and electronics.

Standard Brake Light SwitchEngineered to fit in just like the OE switch, this product is also made to exceed the quality of the original part.

Wagner Brakes Brake Pad Wear Sensor This abrasion-resistant sensors provides smooth consistent braking force.

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Brands within Relays, Sensors, Switches & Electronics

Auto7	Beck/Arnley	Curt Manufacturing	Dorman	EBC
Stainless Steel Brakes	Standard	Wagner Brakes