Installing Rear Brake Disc
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- If the brake discs were replaced: Replace disc brake pads.
- Prepare for installing the brake discs.
- 2.1 Visually inspect all parts to make sure they are in perfect condition and replace them if necessary.
- 2.2 Clean the levelling and centering surfaces on the brake disc and wheel hub.
- 2.3
Apply a very thin coat of Optimoly TA (aluminium paste) to the centering surface on the wheel hub.
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The left and right brake disc must not be interchanged during assembly.
The part number serves as the distinguishing feature. The flat surfaces of the brake discs are also marked R or L.
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Replace brake calliper fastening screws each time they are removed.
- Further installation is performed in reverse order to removal.
Fastening screws securing brake calliper to wheel carrier > Tightening torque 85 Nm (62.7 ftlb.)
Fastening screws securing brake disc to wheel hub > Tightening torque 5 Nm (3.7 ftlb.)
Fastening screw securing holder for electric wiring harness for brake pad wear indicator and brake line to wheel carrier > Tightening torque 10 Nm (7.5 ftlb.)