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Brake Rotor/Disc: Service and Repair




Brake Rotor Replacement

Removal Procedure





Caution: Refer to Brake Caliper Caution (Brake Caliper Caution).

Note: To guarantee uniform braking on both sides, both rotors must have identical surfaces regarding smoothness and scoring depth. For this reason, always replace both rotors.

1. Remove the caliper assembly without disconnecting the brake hoses. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement (Removal and Replacement).
2. Remove the caliper bracket.
3. Remove the rotor-to-front wheel hub detent screw from the rotor and the front wheel hub.
4. Pull off the rotor.

Installation Procedure




1. Inspect the rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Surface and Wear Inspection (Testing and Inspection).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the rotor to the front wheel hub by tightening the detent screw to 4 Nm (35 lb in).
3. Install the caliper bracket and tighten to 95 Nm (70 lb ft).
4. Install the caliper assembly. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement (Removal and Replacement).

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