Parts for your 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero-Brake pad wear indicator

1995 Mitsubishi Pajero Brake Pad Wear Indicator

For the 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero (V2# series), a brake pad wear indicator is indeed used — but it’s the simple mechanical type, not an electrical sensor or dash warning. Technical references including the Mitsubishi Pajero Factory Service Manual (1991–1999, Group 35A – Brakes), the Mitsubishi ASA electronic parts catalogue (front brake pad sets listing pads with wear tabs), and common workshop guides such as the Haynes/Gregory’s manuals all show squeal-tab style wear indicators fitted to the front disc brake pads, with no wiring or instrument-cluster circuit for pad wear.

On this Pajero, the wear indicator is a small metal tang attached to the brake pad backing plate. As the friction material wears down to a set thickness, the tang lightly contacts the rotor and makes a high-pitched squeal. That audible cue is the signal it’s time to book in for pads — it’s intentionally persistent so the driver doesn’t miss it. There’s no electrical plug to replace, no sensor harness to trace, and no pad-wear lamp on the dash to reset.

Servicing is straightforward. Because the indicator is built into the pad, replacement usually means fitting a new pad set rather than swapping the tab alone. When choosing pads, make sure the new set includes the correct wear-tab and that it’s installed on the correct pad and side (the tab must sit on the leading edge of rotor rotation for the caliper). During the job, clean and lube the slide pins, check the pad shims, and apply a suitable high-temp brake grease to the pad backs only — never on the friction face. If the old indicator tab has snapped off or is missing, don’t wait for silence to turn into metal-on-metal grind, replace the pads promptly to protect the rotors.

Bedding-in new pads is worth doing: a series of gentle stops from moderate speed will transfer an even layer onto the rotors and keep squeal in check. While there, inspect rotor thickness and condition, top up the brake fluid if needed, and make sure caliper bolts are torqued to spec per the factory manual. For Aussie rego or a NZ WOF, fresh pads with a working wear tab help keep the Pajero safe, roadworthy, and ready for long kilometres on- or off-road.

• Typical signs the tab is calling for attention: a consistent high-pitched squeal under light braking that goes away when the brakes are applied harder.
• If you hear a harsher grind, the pad may be past the indicator point — stop driving and have it checked.

Popular questions

Does a 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero have an electronic brake pad wear light?

No. This model uses mechanical squeal tabs on the pads and doesn’t have an electrical sensor or dash warning lamp for pad wear. The noise you hear as the pads wear is the designed alert.

Where is the brake pad wear indicator on a 1995 Pajero?

It’s a small metal tang fixed to the edge of the brake pad backing plate, usually on the front pads. When pad thickness gets low, the tang touches the rotor and squeals to tell the driver it’s time for new pads.

Can the wear indicator be replaced by itself?

On this Pajero, the indicator is integral to the pad. If the tab is worn, bent, or missing, replace the pad set. Always check both sides and fit pads with the indicator in the correct orientation.