Rotor Removal

[timinator]

Hi, I'm replacing the front rotors on my 02 limited. I removed the caliper assy but the rotor wont budge. I've doused it with liquid wrench and have given some raps with a mallet but no luck. Any suggestions?

Thanks
Tim

 

[JeepJeepster]

Hit it alittle harder? I always worry about the bearings when doing that, but idk what else you can do other than taking it to a shop. Is that liquid wrench youre using penetrating spray? Let it soak a good hour or so and make sure your using penetrating spray...

 

[DougBenn]

Make sure the retainer clips are removed from the front studs first.


Then tap the sides of the rotor with a hammer, If that doesn't then tap the face of the rotor with a large deadblow hammer.

 

[richre1]

dude just wack it between the whell studs it will pop loose

 

[dnm45227]

dude just wack it between the whell studs it will pop loose

worked for me on several other cars. alternate top, bottom, right, left until it starts to give.

 

[timinator]

I got a little more aggressive with the sledge hammer and got it off! I hit it straight on and to one side. Not something I felt comfortable doing but it worked!
With new pads and rotors the braking is smooth as silk.

Thanks

 

[azmotoman]

Whew! Glad that worked out okay. We have a saying in aviation: If you tear it up getting it off, it needed to be replaced anyway!