Overview of 911 Carrera (996) running gear: Brakes
Hydraulic dual-circuit brake system with front-axle / rear-axle brake-circuit distribution.
Vacuum brake booster, internally ventilated and perforated brake discs with four-piston monobloc fixed caliper at front and rear axles.
ABS 5.3 (3-channel system) standard. ABS/TC 5.3 (4-channel system) on request. TC = Traction Control, consisting of ASR (anti-slip control) and ABD (Automatic Brake differential).
Parking brake (handbrake): Drum brake acting mechanically on both rear wheels.