b_creative3

Thanks guys,

Did the pads and rotors last night, the instruction I downloaded is great and very easy to follow. The hardest part is getting out the sensor clips out from the old pads. I bought a pair of Norco jack stands and the saddle is perfect and very secure for our cars, the construction is very tough and the lowest height is 9.5". I did one wheel at a time so took me a little longer. Thanks all for the valuable info.

Andy

I also experience the similar issue, but couldn't find out where it was coming from.

It would be great if anyone can give some hints here.

Thanks

Andy

Hey b_creative3

I recently got new pad's & disc's package for my 2001 C4 the brand for the pads is Textar. (from www.Design911.co.uk)

I did a bit of research before I bought them and they are perfectly fine, in fact I think they actually make the Porsche OME pads.

Just with a differant stamp and price tag on them. The only thing that I notice is the the "break pad ware sensor contact" has become faulty,

causing a warning light to show, but it's no big deal as I know all is fine, just have to replace the contact.

Other than this, I'm happy with the Textar brand there fine if it's just for every day driving, but I'd maybe choose an other if the car is going to be

used on a the track.

Safe driving:)

Hi James,

Many thanks for the confirmation, this is good to know since I will be working on this next week.

Have a great weekend.

Andy

Just another shot of all three together (filter, drain plug #1, & drain plug #2).

Andy

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Putting your 996/986/997/987 up on Jackstands

Hi Loren, I have that downloaded and read through the whole thing. My question though is if it's safe to do just one wheel at a time since if so, the jack stand tends to be off-centered (photo). Any thoughts? Thanks.

Andy

No, always get the jack stands centered as you could bump the car and it could fall.

I like to leave the jack and/or a wheel under the car where I am working just in case.

Hi Loren, thanks for your advice. I will make certain that I leave the jack attached as well.

Andy

when i did my brakes i just loosened the lugs, then jacked up at jack point and got to work. no real need for the stands. It is a quick job and you are not really tugging on stuff at all.

and just a thing I always make sure... keep doors/trunks/bonnets closed when I jack a car...

not sure if is an issue with our cars, but is something I always make sure to do.

Thanks 714dre, I will keep that in mind.

Andy

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Putting your 996/986/997/987 up on Jackstands

Hi Loren, I have that downloaded and read through the whole thing. My question though is if it's safe to do just one wheel at a time since if so, the jack stand tends to be off-centered (photo). Any thoughts? Thanks.

Andy

Anyone? Please.

Hi all,

I will be replacing pads and rotors for the front end. I will perform one wheel at a time and I wonder if that is a safe idea, or should I jack up the whole front to work on both wheel at a time? Attached some photos where I jacked the car up at the left rear jacking point, and a jack stand at the left front point. Do these look safe to you? Especially the placement of the jack stand.

thanks,

Andy

Either an assembly number or misread.

That part number is not in the parts list.

The stamp on the pad backing also has the manufacturer's name "Textar" on it, with the number T4045 FF (46P). Any thoughts if it is the correct front pads for a 2003 C2??

Much thanks,

Andy

For my 2003 996, I purchased the front pads from Suncoast. Part# on the package (and part# info from this site) is 996.352.949.03. But on the actual pads, the stamp says 996.352.940.03. Are they the same or did I get something incorrect for my car?

Thanks,

Andy

That's what I was hoping for, but the sound was too loud to be normal. I thought some of the folks here might have K&N filters put in so I wanted to see if this happens on theirs also before I take it to the dealer for a checkup.

Thanks,

Andy

The air sucking sound is like as if you place a strong vacuum cleaner on the carpet, when I step hard on the gas pedal. The sound appears for only 1 second...

Any thoughts?

Andy

Hi,

I have a 2005 Cayenne S (CPO). I notice when I step on the gas pedal a little too aggressively, there is a big and abnormal "Air Sucking" sound produced from the engine bay. If I step on it softly to accelerate, then I won't hear it. Would you have any suggestion what it may be? Could it be the K&N air filters?

Many thanks,

Andy

Hi Bill,

This is great. And, thanks for all the great tips. I am also gathering info on doing the 996 brake pads/rotors, possibly will work it out first since the "brake wear" light is already on. The Cayenne will be next. These are very helpful tips you have for me, I thank you once again.

Cheers,

Andy

I bought the aluminum jack from Costco. Works great and have used it on 996, Boxster, and Cayman..

Did you say this is the first time you are performing a brake job...ever? or just 1st time on a Porsche?

Good Luck

First time performing a brake job, ever...

Andy

Well…finally got to the brakes today. I bought parts for the front and rear based on RFM’s comments about the rear pads at 48K too. Sure enough, I had one sensor worn through in the rear and one in the front (I drove another 200-300 miles after the brake pad workshop indicator came on). The one rear one was really worn through.

I’ve always been an OEM guy…but for my ’06 Cayenne I went with the Hawk dustless pads. It is a beautiful vehicle and I just hate how quick the wheels get dusty. It’s a SoCal Cayenne, so I keep it washed weekly and always looking good. Anyway, I hate dirty wheels. I’ll give these pads a shot. I heard a few good comments from posting’s here.

Here’s what I went with:

HB512Z.605 – Hawk Dustless Pads – Front (330mm rotor)

HB502Z.606 – Hake Dustless Pads – Rear (330mm rotor)

Total: $253.73 with tax and shipping

Jeff at Sunset set me up with the sensors and brake Hardware:

(2) 955-612-365-00 – Brake Wear Sensors at $11.50ea or $23.00 set

(2) 955-612-365-30 – Brake Wear Sensors at $11.50ea or $23.00 set

(2) 955-351-959-00 – Front Caliper hardware kit (kitted as pair) $33.82

(2) 955-352-960-00 – Rear Caliper hardware kit (kitted as pair) $21.64

Total price for front and rear brakes (no rotors) $364.19…not too bad for two hours of work on a Saturday morning.

I found the calipers exceptionally easy to work with. I have the right tools for most jobs, which makes this kind of DIY fairly easy. I had no trouble removing the pins or anything for that matter. It was surprisingly quick. Seemed easier than my Boxster…the biggest hassle was removing each wheel (20's are heavy).

Started it up…no more brake pad workshop error. Took it for a twenty minute spin to seat the pads…not a sound, squeal, or anything. I used synthetic brake pad grease on the backs of the rear pads. The fronts came with this really cool high performance orange looking grease, so I used that. Not a sound.

The brake job is a very easy DIY.

All the best,

Bill :beer:

Hi Bill,

I am also about to change the pads on my 2005 Cayenne S, this will be the first time I change any brake pads so I would like to thank you for your write up here.

One question after reading this, you mentioned about the grease on the rear pads, what are they and where should it be applied? Same question on front pads too. Are there any other things I should be watching out for? I tend to like to get a detailed procedure list before I dare to move forward with anything on the car...

Thanks a BUNCH.

Andy

Use a jack which is adapted to the specific Cayenne height, so you can use them on the 996 as well, vice versa is not always possible.

Thank you for the tips. I will try locating a jack that can be used for both cars. If anyone has any suggestion on this, please do let me know.

Thanks again,

Andy

Thanks for posting the photo on drain plug #2 which is very clear showing where it is. I have been wondering where it was last time I took off all the underbody panels, I had to put them back on since I couldn't locate the plug. And yes those plastic panels are a pain...

Andy

Thank you Mark for your helpful tips. I will proceed with care when I have all the parts ready on my hands.

Andy

Hello all,

I am planning on doing the brake pads on my 2003 996 and 2005 Cayenne S soon, and I wonder--

1. If the procedures for both vehicles are the same,

2. Is changing the brake fluid a must?

3. Where are the precise jacking points for both cars with a floor jack?

4. Which floor jack should I get that can be suitable for these two vehicles?

I found some DIYs from this site, but this is the first time I do brake pads, can someone please tell me what should I be watching out for?

Many thanks everyone.

Andy

Thanks much guys. I went out and bought the maintainer/charger today.

Great help, truly appreciate it.

Andy

Hello all,

Need some suggestions/help here...

I have a 2005 Cayenne S, and will not drive it for more two months. Should I disconnect the battery? If so, should it be the driver seat battery, or the trunk battery? Or both??

Many thanks for your advice.

Andy

Thanks all for the instructions.

I am still trying to locate an alcantara hand brake with "porshce" emblem, instead of "GT3". Does anyone know if I can just pop of the aluminum "porsche" emblem out and re-use it on the new hand brake?

thanks,

Andy

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?s...entry2588

Thanks Loren, appreciate the quick response.

Andy