Brake Pads and Sensors for the Porsche 996 / 997

Changing your own brake pads and brake wear sensors can save you hundreds of dollars. This seemingly complicated job is actually pretty straight forward with a little bit of patience and the right tools.
A few years ago I took the seemingly terrifying plunge to try doing the job myself. That first time it took me most of the day but after doing the same job on a 997 and another 996, I'm now able to do both of my front brake pads in less than an hour. Tack on another 30 mins per wheel if you also want to replace your rotors.
This is a really fun job and any amateur wrench'er or car enthusiast. As ever, work at your own risk and be careful! If in doubt, as a professional.
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[@aboyandhisdog]

A note on the sensors...there is a right and a left. The difference is subtle and they will still work if they are mixed up, but will fit better if used on the correct side.

[@mejaikaidyson1909]

Thank you. This gives me the confidence to do it myself. See you soon at check it Chicago

[@AutoAmateur]

See you there! Give me a shout if you need any help during the job.

[@toddatstone_city_outlaw8714]

Great video, this is very helpful for the guy that wants to do their first DIY brake job.

[@Bonspieler]

The longer I own my 997, the more I'm amazed at how easy they are to work on. Going through the FSH I got with the car, the PO paid over a grand for brakes, and close to 400 for oil changes!! Haven't had to do the brakes yet, but I've done 4 oil changes so far. Under 70 bucks for material and a half an hour of my time. Gotta love the P tax! Calipers look great! Nice to see more content again. Cheers

[@cmcnichols4]

Great video ! I am in the middle of doing this on my 996, so very timely. Thank you!

[@wernerengel4919]

As always, totally impressed.

[@AutoAmateur]

Thanks so much!

[@JetFuelOnly]

Nice work. Good angle and very straight forward

[@AutoAmateur]

Cheers mate!

[@cstavrou58]

Great work James! That cat is going to be like new when you are done with it.

[@NZGilead]

Thanks for this video. I always spend a good time when one of your new video is popping up.

[@AutoAmateur]

Very kind of you, thanks so much!

[@robpenna3994]

Very informative. I like the music intro too.

[@AutoAmateur]

Thank you!

[@natemallory9141]

Good work James

[@jdkroh]

missed the live, thanks for the brake video! and those calipers look gorgeous.....

[@AutoAmateur]

Cheers Jeremey!! I have to admit, I really love the calipers. I'm never going back to boring black or silver ever again! :)

[@motorsandmeats88]

Nice work. If you want more practice/opportunities for doing brake jobs, get a set of pads to run on the track and start tracking your car. You can change the pads back to street pads when you’re done!

[@AutoAmateur]

Nice!

[@andresmoline751]

Thanks for the DIY video!, do you recommend the TEXTAR pads for a 991.1 S ? My car will need pads soon and I'm looking for something that doesn't make so much dust or squeak, Thank you for your advice!

[@AutoAmateur]

Absolutely! Check out Textar or the Hawk pads.

[@andresmoline751]

@@AutoAmateur Thank you James!

[@anthonym484]

When are you getting a new Porsche?

[@AutoAmateur]

Once I lose 100lbs. Personal challenge / reward. Hopefully by autumn!

[@anthonym484]

@@AutoAmateur Good incentive! I enjoy your channel.

[@UncleFjester]

@@AutoAmateur I hAve $100 saying that will NEVER Happen!