Is a brake pad sensor good for only one set of pads?

Asked by postmodern Nov 06, 2014 at 07:35 PM about the 2000 BMW 5 Series 540i Sedan RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I'm replacing the front brake pads.  I see sensor wires suggested as a related purchase
online.  Is the sensor/wire good for more than one set of brake pads?

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