FAQ for Brake Disc Repair
Q: How many retainers are on a brake rotor?
A:
There are 2 retainers per brake rotor.
By OmarGM Specialist
07/04/2022 Q: How many retainers hold the rotor on a vehicle with JL9, J55, or J56 brakes?
A:
The rotor has 2 brake rotor retainers.
By BobGM Specialist
07/04/2022 Q: Is it necessary to remove the brake pad wear sensor?
A:
Yes, remove the brake pad wear sensor when replacing the front rotors.
By BobGM Specialist
07/04/2022 Q: What are the symptoms of rotors needing to be refinished?
A:
Excessive groove depth, rotor braking surface scoring, and brake pulsation.
By BobGM Specialist
07/04/2022 Q: What are the torque specs for the brake caliper bolts on a vehicle with J57 brakes?
A:
175 Nm (129 ft./lbs.).
By OmarGM Specialist
07/04/2022 Q: What components will need to be removed to replace the rear rotors?
A:
The tire/wheel assembly, front part brake cable, and the brake caliper.
By OmarGM Specialist
06/04/2022 Q: What needs to be installed before replacing the brake rotors?
A:
Abrake rotor protector must be installed before removing the rotor.
By BobGM Specialist
01/04/2022 Q: What tools are needed to refinish a brake rotor?
A:
Arotor resurfacing kit (J-41013) and a wheel hub resurfacing kit (J-42450-A).
By OmarGM Specialist
31/03/2022 Q: Can the brake rotor retainers be reused?
A:
It is not recommended to reuse the brake rotor retainers.
By OmarGM Specialist
07/01/2022 Q: How do you burnish pads on a ZR1?
A:
Accelerate the car as fast as possible and apply the brakes without activating the ABS about 50 times. Do not go over 60 miles per hour and allow sufficient cooling time in between each step.
By OmarGM Specialist
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