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Removing and installing the rear disc brake pads - GT2 / Turbo with PCCB: Installation: Notes

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!
    Fig 1: Installing 2 Assembly Aids (Assembly Pins) Into The Wheel Hub
    G03093922Courtesy of PORSCHE OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  1. Before installation of the brake pads, check the wear of the brake discs. See 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.
  5. Fit new expanding spring, new retaining pin and new retainer (safety bracket) -arrow-  ! These parts are available as a repair set and must be renewed each time the pads are changed!
    Fig 2: Installing New Retaining Pin And New Retainer
    G03093923Courtesy of PORSCHE OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  6. Insert the warning contact wire and warning contacts.
  7. Firmly press the brake pedal several times to position the brake pads on the brake discs.
  8. Check and, if necessary, correct the brake fluid level.
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