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Brakes,
Mechanica
Parts
6. Lubricate engaging eyes of spreader spring
in bridge with Optimoly HT or Plastilube.
Install new spreader spring that its flat side
faces brake disc. If installed incorrectly,
proper fit of brake pads cannot be
guaranteed. In addition, high spot at center
of cross would scrape on brake disc.
Brake
Disc
a = Spring plate
b = Spreader spring
c = Lockplate
Outside
8. Depress brake pedal of stopped car
firmly several times, to move brake pads
into their normal operating position.
Then check brake fluid level in tank,
adding brake fluid if necessary.
Breaking
in
Brake
Pads
Factory new brake pads will require about
200 km of operation before reaching their
most favorable friction and wear values.
Only then will the pads have adapted them-
selves to the brake discs and the squeaking
noise will now disappear. Try to avoid full
stop emergency braking during the breaking
in period.
7. In 1978 models, which are equipped with
initial version spring plates *, the lockplate
must still move in the recess after engag-
ment of the spreader spring.
This guarantees gap X between the lock-
plate and spring plate and deformation
of the spreader spring is not possible.
* Also refer to Group 47.
Printed in Germany
Removing and Installing
Brake Pads
46-4
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