Installing Brake Pad Rear
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
WARNING:
Installation of brake pads with the wrong brake pad quality
- Longer braking distance
- More wear on brake pads
→ Only use the type-specific brake pads listed in the Porsche Spare Parts Information.
→ Replace the brake pads when the brake pad wear warning light comes on, but no later than when there is a residual pad thickness of 2 mm on each axle.
→ Replace the brake discs on each axle as soon as the brake disc wear limit is reached Information
Information
- The back of the pad backing plates must not be greased.
- Disc brakes must be clean and free of grease.
- The core of the warning contact line must not be exposed Insulation that is just worn, on the other hand, is not important.
- If you intend to re-use the brake pad wear indicator: Convert brake pad wear indicator from the old brake pads to suit the new brake pads.
- Installation is performed in reverse order to removal.
Use new spreader spring, new retaining pin and new retainer.
- Press the brake pedal several times while the vehicle is stationary in order to position the brake pads on the brake discs.
- Check 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
Min/Max markings for brake fluid