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Brake Rotor: Installation

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  1. Using the Wheel Resurfacing Kit, thoroughly clean any rust or corrosion from the mating surface of the hub/axle flange.
  2. Using the Rotor Resurfacing Kit, thoroughly clean any rust or corrosion from the mating surface and mounting surface of the brake rotor.
  3. Inspect the mating surfaces of the hub/axle flange and the rotor to ensure that there are no foreign particles or debris remaining.
  4. Install the brake rotor to the hub/axle flange. Use the matchmark made prior to removal for proper orientation to the flange.
  5. If the brake rotor was removed and installed as part of a brake system repair, measure the assembled Lateral Runout (LRO) of the brake rotor to ensure optimum performance of the disc brakes. See BRAKE ROTOR ASSEMBLED LATERAL RUNOUT (LRO) MEASUREMENT  under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTIONS.
  6. If the brake rotor assembled LRO measurement exceeds the specification, bring the LRO to within specifications. See BRAKE ROTOR ASSEMBLED LATERAL RUNOUT (LRO) CORRECTION  under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTIONS.
  7. Install the caliper assembly to the steering knuckle. See BRAKE CALIPER  .
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Lower the vehicle.
  9. If the brake rotor was refinished or replaced, or if new brake pads were installed, burnish the pads and rotors. See BURNISHING PADS & ROTORS 
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