Installing Front Brake Disc

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 7 other vehicles, including the 2016 Porsche Panamera, 2015 Porsche Panamera, 2014 Porsche Panamera, 2013 Porsche Panamera, and 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Information

Replace brake calliper fastening screws each time they are removed.

Do not confuse left and right brake discs during assembly!

Distinguishing feature: Part number! The flat surface of the brake discs is marked with R = right or L = left.

Check that all parts are in perfect condition (visual inspection) and replace them if necessary.
Clean the flat and centering surfaces on the brake disc and wheel hub.
Apply a very thin coat of Optimoly TA to the centering surface on the wheel hub.
Fit brake disc by tightening the fastening screws -arrows- . Tightening torque 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.)

Fig 1: Locating Brake Calliper Fastening Screws
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Install the brake calliper in reverse order to removal. Tightening torque 140 Nm (104 ftlb.)
Fit brake line holder -2- and secure with two fastening nuts -1- . Tightening torque 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.)

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Line Holder With Fastening Nuts
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Plug in connector for rpm sensor. → Brake line holder

Fig 3: Connecting Connector For RPM Sensor
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Fit holder for brake line and wear indicator at the wheel carrier -arrow- . Tightening torque 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.)

Fig 4: Installing Holder For Brake Pad Wear Indicator/Brake Line
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Guide plug-in coupling for brake pad wear indicator into the holder -2- and plug it in -1- .

Fig 5: Connecting Connector For Brake Pad Wear Indicator
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.