Hi,
I know there have been a few questions on this topic before, but no clear answer.

I have a 2002 1.9tdi 115 bhp alhambra. About a 18 months ago the low brake pad warning light came on on the dashboard. This was an intermittent wartning that sometimes came on and sometimes didn't. In the event about 12 months ago, I had thefront discs changed and of course new pads put in as well. (Covered by a warranty) The warning light went off, and was okay until about 3 weeks ago when the same problem arose again. I do not for one moment believe that the pads could have warn down in that time - We will have only covered about 10,000 miles and neither of us are heavy on the pedals. All other cars I have had in the past front pads last between 20 and 30K.
Does anyone know what to espect from a set of front brake pads on this motor?

Question, Is the brake pad sensor on just one wheel - The owners manual says that the sensor relates only to the front pads. If so anyone know which side?

Second is the warning light illuminated by simply there being a circuit completed lighting the warning lamp or does it go into the electronic management unit and if so does this mean it will need to be re-set each time after it trips on?

I am quite happy to change the pads myself - not a difficult job, but dont want to waste my time and money if not necessary.

Is this a common problem and what else might be causing a false warning?

Thanks in advance for any advice/suggestions.

Robin.