When to replace the Brake Pads on your PORSCHE 928
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
PORSCHE 928 Coupe 5.0 S4 Cat, PORSCHE 928 Coupe 5.0 GT View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for 928 Coupe and other PORSCHE models
Tools
Replacement: brake pads – PORSCHE 928. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #15
Drive socket # 13
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Water pump pliers
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – PORSCHE 928. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Perform the replacement of brake pads in complete set for each axis. This provides effective braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for all brake pads on the same axle.
  • Please note: all work on the car – PORSCHE 928 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 4
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. PORSCHE 928
    Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  3. Step 7
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    Clean the fastener of the parking brake cable. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  4. Step 8
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    Release the parking brake cable. Use water pump pliers. Use a crowbar.
  5. Step 9
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: brake pads – PORSCHE 928. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  8. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – PORSCHE 928. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  9. Step 13
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – PORSCHE 928. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  10. Step 14
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    Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.
    Replacement: brake pads – PORSCHE 928. Tip:
    Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
  11. Step 15
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    Install new brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – PORSCHE 928. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
  12. Step 16
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – PORSCHE 928. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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