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Brakes -Brake mechanics 911 Carrera (996) · Removebrake pads with a brake pad puller. Fit new expand
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Brakes -Brake mechanics 911 Carrera (996)
Removebrake pads with a brake pad puller. Fit new expanding spring, new retaining pin
It is essential to observe the following notes: and new retainer (safety bracket) (arrow).
These parts are available as a repair
Pull out brake pads together with the vibration set and must be "renewed" each time
dampers. If this is not possible (dependingon the pads are changed.
wear of the brake pads), use a spatula to
detach the vibration dampers from the brake
pad plate before removing the pads. In both
cases, first set back the brake pads as far as
possible with the piston resetting fixture. If
necessary,first remove some brake fluid by
suction from the brake fluid reservoir.
Installation
-Before installation of the brake pads, check
the wear of the brake discs. For minimum
thickness of the brake discs, see Technical
data in Repair Group 46.
If necessary, turn back the piston to its
original position using the resetting fixture.
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Fit new vibration dampers in the pistons. Insert the warning contact wire and warning
Remove protective film from the vibration contacts.
dampers before installation.
Firmly press the brake pedal several times
Insert the brake pads. Ensure correct with the vehicle stationary so that the brake
brake pad quality. pads assumetheir fit in accordance with the
operatingstate.Note
Next, check and, if necessary, correct the
The brake pad quality on the front and brake fluid level.
rear axles is identical.
The pad backing plates (rear side of the
brake pads) must not be greased. Bedding in the brake pads
New brake pads require a bedding~nperiod of
approx. 200 km. Not until then do they achieve
their best friction and wear coefficient. During
this period, the brakes should be subjected to
full stress when travelling at high speed only in
emergencies.
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