Rotor Removal
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Rotor Removal
hey guys,
im installing rotors for the first time in my 2is. Been having a lot of brake system issues recently (if you havent been following my posts!) Just wanted to know is there any surprises or things I should look out for when removing the rotors?
-Do I need to disconnect the brake line or can I just pop off the caliper?
-Is it just 2 screws that hold the rotor in place?
-Any suggestions on placing the new rotor in?
im installing rotors for the first time in my 2is. Been having a lot of brake system issues recently (if you havent been following my posts!) Just wanted to know is there any surprises or things I should look out for when removing the rotors?
-Do I need to disconnect the brake line or can I just pop off the caliper?
-Is it just 2 screws that hold the rotor in place?
-Any suggestions on placing the new rotor in?
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No need to remove the brake lines and I'm pretty sure there are multiple DIY threads already posted on brake repair on CL. You basically remove the wheels, Remove the two bolts holding the caliper in place and then slide the rotors off. Shouldn't matter if it's front or rear as the removal is pretty much the same.
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I dont think there are any bolts holding the rotors on. You might be referring to the two 8mm bolts you will need to remove the rotor. This is a big help if your rotors are rusted on and hard to remove. Other than using a hammer to knock it off due to the rust, use two 8mm bolts (find them at any hardware store) and it slowly pops off with hardly any effort.
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so just to be clear, all I need to do is:
1) take off wheel
2) take out two bolts in the back of the caliper (anyone know the wrench size?)
3) the rotor is free for removal?
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1) take off wheel
2) take out two bolts in the back of the caliper (anyone know the wrench size?)
3) the rotor is free for removal?
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Originally Posted by Gville350
^Yes! Though the rotor might be slightly tough to remove due to rust. So just give it a couple of whacks with a rubber/plastic mallet and that should loosen it up.
I think the caliper bolts are 14MM.
I think the caliper bolts are 14MM.
I found taking the springs off the brake pads to be a little annoying/confusing I must admit!
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yes use a mallet..... since you're in new york. there may be rust and will take some force to take off. if rotors are bad it wouldn't matter what kind of hammer you use. smack the bad of the face of the rotor with hammer/mallet, whatever you got.