Removing and installing the front brake disc: Installation

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Check that all parts are in perfect condition and replace them if necessary.
Clean the levelling and centering surfaces on the brake disc and wheel hub. Then apply a very thin coat of Optimoly TA to the centering surface on the wheel hub.
Fit the brake disc.
NOTE: Do not confuse right and left brake discs during assembly. Distinguishing characteristic: Involute shape and spare part number (SP No.). The flat surface of the brake discs is marked with R = right or L = left (see Fig 1 ).

Spare part on left-hand side - third group number is odd

Spare part on right-hand side - third group number is even

Example:

SP No. Left brake disc: 996.351.405.01

SP No. Right brake disc: 996.351.406.01

Fig 1: Identifying Left Brake Disc
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Fit the brake caliper. Tighten the new screws of the brake caliper with 85 N.m (63 ftlb.). Ensure that the brake hose and brake line are in perfect position.
NOTE: Replace the brake caliper fastening screws after each removal.

On the 911 GT3, the brake caliper fastening screws on the front and rear axle are 5 mm longer than on the 911 Carrera (996). The screws are also different colours.

911 GT3 = red (77 mm long)

911 Carrera (996) = silver (72 mm long).