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- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche 955 Cayenne 3.2L V6 2003-06
- Porsche 955 Cayenne S 4.5L V8 2003-06
- Porsche 955 Cayenne Turbo 4.5L 2003-06
- Porsche 955 Cayenne Turbo S 4.5L 2006>>
- Porsche 957 Cayenne 3.6L 2007-10
- Porsche 957 Cayenne S / GTS 4.8L 2007-10
- Porsche 957 Cayenne Turbo / Turbo S 4.8L 2007-10
Brake Pad Pin Kit - Set
of 2 for both calipers.
Length of
spring clip is 21.78mm
Maintain safe and secure brake pad retention with this OE
Match Brake Pad Pin Kit. Designed for various Porsche 987 Boxster,
987 Cayman, 997, 955 Cayenne and 958 Cayenne models, this kit contains the
essential hardware used to secure the brake pads within the caliper assembly.
- Porsche Boxster 987 S 3.2/3.4L 2005-08/08
- Porsche Boxster 987 MKII 2.9L 2009-12
- Porsche Boxster S 987 MKII 3.4L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4 3.6L 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman S 3.4L 987C 2005-08
- Porsche Cayman 2.9L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche Cayman S / R 3.4L 987C MKII 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 4S 3.8L 2005-08
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 955 Cayenne 3.2L V6 2003-06
- Porsche 955 Cayenne S 4.5L V8 2003-06
- Porsche 955 Cayenne Turbo 4.5L 2003-06
- Porsche 955 Cayenne Turbo S 4.5L 2006>>
- Porsche 957 Cayenne 3.6L 2007-10
- Porsche 957 Cayenne S / GTS 4.8L 2007-10
- Porsche 957 Cayenne Turbo / Turbo S 4.8L 2007-10
Diagram ref no 12
Brake pad retaining pins play a critical role in the braking system by holding the brake pads firmly in position while allowing correct movement during braking. Together with the anti-rattle spring, the pins help prevent unwanted pad movement, vibration and brake noise while ensuring consistent braking performance.
During routine brake servicing, these components are exposed to heat, moisture, corrosion and repeated removal. Replacing worn brake pad pins helps maintain braking reliability, improve pad retention and restore the braking system to factory standards.
What Does a Brake Pad Pin Kit Do?
The brake pad pin kit secures the brake pads within the brake caliper assembly.
Its primary functions include:
- Retaining the brake pads securely
- Supporting correct pad alignment
- Preventing excessive pad movement
- Reducing brake noise and vibration
- Maintaining consistent braking performance
- Supporting safe brake operation
- Assisting anti-rattle spring function
Without properly functioning retaining hardware, brake pad movement can increase, leading to noise, uneven wear and reduced braking refinement.
Why Do Brake Pad Pins Fail?
Brake hardware operates in one of the harshest environments on the vehicle, constantly exposed to heat cycles, moisture and road contamination.
Common causes of failure include:
- Corrosion and rust
- Heat-related deterioration
- Wear from repeated brake servicing
- Damage during brake pad replacement
- Excessive brake temperatures
- Road salt exposure
- Seized or distorted retaining pins
- Fatigue from long-term use
Over time, retaining pins can become worn, corroded or difficult to remove, making replacement during brake servicing highly recommended.
When Should a Brake Pad Pin Kit Be Replaced?
Brake pad retaining hardware should be inspected whenever brake pads are replaced.
Common signs replacement is required include:
- Corroded retaining pins
- Seized brake hardware
- Brake pad movement within the caliper
- Brake rattling noises
- Distorted or worn retaining pins
- Damaged anti-rattle spring hardware
- Difficult brake servicing due to corrosion
- Major brake system refurbishment
Many Porsche specialists recommend replacing retaining hardware whenever new brake pads are installed, particularly on performance vehicles.
Why Replacement Matters
Brake pad retaining hardware is critical to the safe operation of the braking system.
Benefits of replacement include:
- Improved brake pad retention
- Reduced brake noise
- Improved braking consistency
- Easier future brake servicing
- Enhanced braking safety
- Protection against hardware failure
- Improved brake system reliability
- Restoration of factory braking standards
For Porsche performance vehicles, maintaining all brake hardware components is just as important as replacing brake pads and discs.
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For brake systems and is highly temperature-resistant (up to 1,000°C).
Available in 75ml tube and 5ml sachet
The advantages of Cera Tec:
• Non-conductive and contains no solids
• Suitable for ABS
• Facilitates brake installation
• Reduces brake squealing
• Protects against scoring and corrosion
• Free of copper and acids
• Pressure-resistant / high viscosity
Cera Tec is also suitable for lubricating:• Disc- and drum-brake systems
• Compressors
• Centralised lubrication systems
• Axle bearings
• Chains
• Seat rails
• Sunroof tracks
• Battery terminals
Application:
Apply a thin layer of Cera Tec on the marked sections
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