Removing and installing the front disc brake pads: Notes

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NOTE: It is essential to observe the following points when changing brake pads.

Use brake pads of the correct quality (in accordance with spare parts catalogue).
Replace vibration dampers each time the pads are changed.

Fig 1: Identifying Vibration Dampers
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The vibration dampers (damper plates with integrated compensating masses) have an adhesive protective film. The protective film must be pulled off before installation.
The pad backing plates (rear side of the brake pads) must not be greased.