Rear Brakes
Removal and Installation- Remove rear wheels.
Exploded View:
- Unscrew bolts (1).
- Pull off caliper from behind and suspend with a wire.
- Brake line remains connected.
- Unscrew bolt (arrow) and take off brake disc.
Important: Always replace both brake discs of one axle, even if only one needs to be replaced.
- Reverse procedure to install.
- Adjust the parking brake.
Breaking-In Parking Brake After Replacing Brake Discs:
- Car must be broken in in three phases:
Phase 1: 5 x full stop braking action from 50 km/h (30 mph).
Phase 2: Brakes allowed to cool off.
Phase 3: 5 x full stop braking action from 50 km/h (30 mph).
NOTE: For additional information see Installation and Tightening Notes. Fundamentals and Basics