Installing Front Brake Disc
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Information
- Do not confuse right and left brake discs during fitting.
- Distinguishing features: Part number and the flat surface of the brake discs is marked with R = right or L = left.
- Prepare for installing the brake disc.
- 1.1. Check that all parts are in perfect condition (visual inspection) and replace them if necessary.
- 1.2. Clean the flat and centering surfaces on the brake disc and wheel hub.
- 1.3. Apply a very thin coat of Optimoly TA (aluminum paste) to the centering surface on the wheel hub.
- Fit brake disc.
- 2.1. Tighten screws -arrows- (Tightening torque 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.) ).
- 2.2. Central bolts: Use new bolts -1-
or five new wheel adapters (depending on condition) -2-
.
Replacement wheel adapter (set) contains new screws.
Please note the following when fitting wheel adapters -1-: Check wheel adapters for wear. Replace if necessary.
All contact surfaces must be clean and free of grease. Use new self-locking screws.
Tightening torque - 911 GT3: Tightening torque 31 Nm (23 ftlb.)
Tightening torque - 911 Turbo: Tightening torque 14 Nm (10.5 ftlb.)
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Information
- Replace brake calliper fastening screws each time they are removed.
- Fit the brake calliper in reverse order to removal.
Brake calliper fastening screws: Tightening torque 65 Nm (48 ftlb.) .
- Position disc brake pads by pressing the brake pedal several times.
- Check the brake fluid level and correct it if necessary.
The brake fluid level must be between the MIN and MAX markings → MIN/MAX markings for brake fluid .