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Project B6 Brakes
Project B6 E Brake Cable
Starting at the rear, the... 
   
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Project B6 E Brake Cable
Starting at the rear, the e-brake cable had been unclipped using a screwdriver to release it
Project B6 Remove Bolts
Also remove the two 13mm bolts... 
   
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Project B6 Remove Bolts
Also remove the two 13mm bolts securing the calipers
Project B6 Remove Caliper Carrier
The next step was to remove... 
   
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Project B6 Remove Caliper Carrier
The next step was to remove the caliper carrier from the wheel hub by undoing the two 8mm allen bolts. There's limited clearance so take care. Nothing holds the rotor in place except rust. Be careful it doesn't fall on your toes but hit it with a mallet to loosen it form the hub. Then take a wire brush to the hub so the new rotor can sit flush.
Project B6 New Rotor
When fitting the new 9.6"... 
   
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Project B6 New Rotor
When fitting the new 9.6" (245mm) rotor, they're marking L and R for each side of the car to ensure the grooves turn the right way. You can use a wheel nut to secure the rotor
Project B6 Refit Caliper
Now refit the caliper carrier... 
   
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Project B6 Refit Caliper
Now refit the caliper carrier using the original bolts
Project B6 Fit Pads
Fit the pads into the carrier... 
   
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Project B6 Fit Pads
Fit the pads into the carrier and place the caliper over them
Project B6 Caliper Piston
Since your old pads were worn,... 
   
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Project B6 Caliper Piston
Since your old pads were worn, the caliper piston will need to be pushed back. For this you'll need a tool that pushes and turns the piston. Once done, bolt the caliper to its carrier with two 13mm bolts. Then refit the e-brake cable into its bracket
Project B6 Remove Front Clip
On the front, remove the clip... 
   
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Project B6 Remove Front Clip
On the front, remove the clip from the caliper keeping the pads under tension
Project B6 Disconnect Sensor
Then disconnect the pad wear... 
   
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Project B6 Disconnect Sensor
Then disconnect the pad wear sensor from the back for the pad

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