andrewgt3

replacing rotors and pads today. i just finished the fronts, but have no idea how the rear caliper comes off. i've removed the carrier bolts, but it's stuck. what am i missing?

rnh204

Make sure the e-brake is off.

andrewgt3

ebrake was off. the pads were just compressed on the rotor very hard. is there a decent write-up on the rear brakes on the 997.1 GT3? I did the job today, but i feel like it could have gone smoother.

rnh204

did you open up the brake fluid reservoir? Usually I wiggle the caliper and it slides off.

andrewgt3

nope. didn't do that!

tgavem

997 should be easy.
But, before you start, check reservoir, open cap, spread pads using this tool

check reservoir.
while pads in place, squeeze caliper piston all the way in.
Remove bolts and calipers
Remove pads
remove rotors.

Make sure you check reservoir after each change out, may need to drain.

andrewgt3

one question - i don't see how i can use that tool with the caliper in place. do you mean, remove the caliper and then with the pads in place, use the spreader tool?

rnh204

I just use and adjustable plier wrench to push the pistons in, or my hands. I don't see how the tool above would work, you would need one of the special 4 piston spreaders to get inbetween to push the pistons in.

andrewgt3

my thoughts exactly. i used channel lock pliers and the old pads - spread the pliers in reverse.

orthofrancis

Theres' lots of how to's on this site . You tube videos as well

https://rennlist.com/how-tos/c/brakes-37662/

andrewgt3

i saw that link - all the images under "Porsche 997: How to Replace Brake Pads, Rotors, and Calipers" are broken. of course!

tgavem

You should be able to catch the ear of the pads with the tool, then spread..