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Front - SRT8

NOTE: Before proceeding. Refer to:

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Brakes - Caution 

  1. Raise and support vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Quick Reference/Hoisting - Standard Procedure
    Fig 1: TIRE AND WHEEL MOUNTING
    GC0079683Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  2. Remove wheel mounting nuts (3), then tire and wheel assembly (1).
    CAUTION: When pushing pistons back into caliper bores, use only a trim stick as shown in illustration or other suitable soft tool. Never use a screwdriver or other metal pry bar due to potential damage to braking surface of rotor, caliper, pistons or dust boots.
    Fig 2: PUSHING BACK PISTONS IN BORE
    GC0095163Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  3. Place trim stick (4) between brake pad (2) and outer edge of rotor (3).
  4. Using trim stick, slowly apply pressure against brake pad (2) until both pistons (on that side of caliper) are completely bottomed in bores of caliper half.
    NOTE: Repeat above procedure to opposite brake pad (1) and pistons as necessary.
    Fig 3: FRONT DISC BRAKES
    GC0079680Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  5. Remove caliper mounting bolts (1).
  6. Remove brake caliper (2) with pads from knuckle (8) and brake rotor (3). Hang assembly out of way using wire or a bungee cord. Use care not to overextend brake hose when doing this.
  7. Remove any clips (4) retaining brake rotor (3) to wheel studs.
  8. Slide brake rotor (3) off hub and bearing (7).