Installation - Porsche 996 TT Repair Manual

• If necessary, remove some brake fluid by suction from the brake fluid reservoir (brake fluid may
escape over the rim of the container)!
4. Set back the brake pads as far as possible with the piston resetting fixture (press back)!
5. Pull out brake pads together with the damper plates (remove). If this is not possible (depending on wear of
the brake pads), use a spatula to detach the damper plates from the brake pad backing plate before
removing the pads.
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Installation

WARNING
Danger of accident if old parts are fitted on brake caliper!
• Fit new expanding spring, new retaining pin and new retainer (safety bracket) on the brake caliper!
Note
• Ensure correct brake pad quality! Use brake pads as per Spare Parts Catalogue!
• The pad backing plates (rear side of the brake pads) must not be greased!
• For a wheel installation, 2 assembly aids (assembly pins) must be screwed into the wheel hub!
1. Before installation of the brake pads, check the wear of the brake discs => Checking rear PCCB brake
discs (wear assessment) .
2. If necessary, press back the piston to its original position using the resetting fixture.
3. Fit new damper plates in the pistons. Remove protective film from the damper plates before
installation.
4. Insert the brake pads.
Installation
einordnung
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