Front Brake Rotor

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Before proceeding, (Refer to BRAKES - WARNING) (Refer to BRAKES - CAUTION) .

Raise and support the vehicle. (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/HOISTING - STANDARD PROCEDURE)

Fig 1: Tire And Wheel Mounting
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Remove the wheel mounting nuts (3), then the tire and wheel assembly.

NOTE: In some cases, it may be necessary to retract the caliper piston in its bore a small amount in order to provide sufficient clearance between the pads and the rotor to easily remove the caliper from the knuckle. This can usually be accomplished before the guide pin bolts are removed, by grasping the inboard side of the caliper and pulling outward working with the guide pins, thus retracting the piston. Never push on the piston directly as it may get damaged.

Fig 2: Caliper/Adapter Mounting

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1 - STEERING KNUCKLE

2 - DISC BRAKE CALIPER

3 - DISC BRAKE CALIPER ADAPTER

4 - BRAKE ROTOR

Remove the two bolts securing disc brake caliper adapter (3) to the steering knuckle (1).
Remove the disc brake caliper (2) and adapter (3) from the knuckle as an assembly. Hang the assembly out of the way using wire or a bungee cord. Use care not to overextend the brake hose when doing this.

Fig 3: Locating Clips Retaining Brake Rotor
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Remove any clips (3) retaining the brake rotor (2) to the wheel studs.
Slide the brake rotor (2) off the hub and bearing (1).