FAQ for Brake Disc Repair
Q: How to remove the rotor (models above 8600 GVW)?
A:
You shall remove the tire and wheel assembly, the brake caliper, the rear hub/rotor retaining bolts, the front hub/rotor retaining bolts, and the rotor assembly.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed before refinishing rotors?
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Whenever the brake rotor has been separated from the wheel bearing flange, you shall clean any rust or foreign material from the mating surface of the rotor and flange with the J 42450 hub cleaning kit.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: What kind of tools will be required while refinishing rotors?
A:
The tools required include J 42450-A Hub Cleaning Kit and J 41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: How to install the rotor (models above 8600 GVW)?
A:
The proper way is to install the hub/rotor to the hub and bearing assembly, the rotor and hub assembly to the axle, the brake caliper, and the tire and wheel assembly.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: How to install the rotor (models below 8600 GVW)?
A:
The proper way is to install the rotor to the hub and bearing assembly, the brake caliper, and the tire and wheel assembly, and depress the brake pedal.
By BobGM Specialist
01/11/2022 Q: How to remove the rotor (models below 8600 GVW)?
A:
You shall remove the tire and wheel assembly, the brake caliper, and the rotor, inspect all of the parts, and replace the parts as necessary.
By BobGM Specialist
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