944 S L4-2479cc 2.5L DOHC (1987)
Brake Pad: Service and Repair
924S & 944 EXC. 944 Turbo
If brake pads are serviceable, pads must be marked for installation in original position.
1.
Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
2.
Remove retaining pin spring locks, if equipped.
3.
Drive out brake paid retaining pins with suitable hammer and drift.
4.
Pull brake pad wear indicator warning contact out of pad plate, if equipped.
Fig. 1 Brake Pads Removal
5.
Remove inboard brake pad with tool P86 or equivalent, Fig. 1.
Fig. 3 Outboard Brake Pads Removal
6.
Using a suitable screwdriver, pry floating frame to full outboard position and remove outboard brake pad. Outboard brake pad is guided by a
tab on the floating caliper frame, Fig. 3.
7.
Replace oil contaminated, cracked or loose pads.
8.
Press caliper pistons back into position. Ensure brake fluid reservoir does not overflow during step 8 by siphoning off any excess.
9.
Clean pad seats and sliding surfaces in caliper. Do not use cleaning fluids containing mineral oils.
Fig. 4 Brake Piston Position Gauge
10.
Check that caliper piston is positioned at 20°, if necessary adjust with special pliers. When using a piston gauge, hold gauge at bottom guide
surface of front caliper and top of rear brake caliper, Fig. 4.
11.
Install outboard brake pad and press floating caliper frame toward brake disc so pin engages in groove of pad backplate.
12.
Install inboard brake pad.