Do i Need to replace rotors?

[shiba]

I was told that the frt brakes are due to be replaced in about another 10000KMS. They have quoted me for pads and rotors and new sensors (light not on at this time). I asked if it was necessary to replace rotors and they said it is recommended by Porsche. Are they just upselling me? My appointment is Monday.

[shiba]

whoops -should mention it is a 2003 Boxster.

[JFP in PA]

Front rotors have a wear limit measurement, around 22.6 MM if memory serves. Unless they have given you a measurement indicating you are close to that limit, I would question their advice.

[shiba]

Thanks, I just pulled out the inspection sheet and there are no measurements. Not for rotors or pads. And it doesn't even mention that they need to be done. Just an estimate for the work.

It is not required to do the rotors unless they are too thin then? It just might affect the wear monitor timing afterwards?

[JFP in PA]

The wear monitor is only for the pads, the rotors do not affect it in any way. The rotors have to be measured manually.

[shiba]

Thanks. I am switching onto summer tires this week and will have them measured.

[bala]

Here are the min rotor specs.

Mine were just above the min so I didn;t change it but will probably do it next time pads need change. As for the sensors, if the lights didn't come on then they can be reused. But in reality they break when you try to pull them out. Probably due to the harsh conditions they are in. I tried to pull out the new sensor and ended breaking the tabs. Had to put it in with some strong 2 sided tape.