Brake Rotor, Removing And Installing: Installing
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE:
Clean the bolts and nuts before reusing.
Always replace self-locking nuts and bolts.
Always replace damaged nuts and bolts.
-- Check the brake rotors for wear and damage before reusing them:
- Brake rotor wear limit. Refer to TECHNICAL DATA .
WARNING:
If a brake rotor is damaged or worn, check the other brake rotors for damage and wear.
WARNING:
Health Risk.
- Do not blow out brake system with compressed air.
NOTE:
Use only mineral spirits to clean the brake caliper.
-- Thoroughly clean the brake rotor and hub contact surfaces and clear them of corrosion.
-- Place the brake rotor on the wheel hub.
-- Tighten the bolt -arrow- to the required tightening specification. Refer to OVERVIEW - REAR BRAKES .
WARNING:
Risk of accident!
- With the vehicle stationary, firmly press the brake pedal several times so that the brake pads in the operating condition properly sit in their respective position.
- Make sure the brakes are working correctly before driving the vehicle for the first time.