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2000 Jeep TJ Repair Question


Topics covered: Axle, Axle nut.
Mileage: 92,000 miles.

Asked on December 5, 2010

Brake rotors

2000 Jeep Wrangler, TJ. i am replacing the front rotors and have calipers off but cannot get the rotors off. Do I have to remove the axle nut? This is the first time I have tried to remove the rotors, The Jeep has 93k miles. Please help
Avatar Asked by habbba81AU

Answer

Replied on December 5, 2010

The rotor just slides over the hub but it's likely corroded at the center hub area. Spray some penetrating oil in the area and get a very heavy hammer (mini sledge) and strike the edge and it will break loose, assuming you are not using the rotor over.

Tiny Answered by Wrenchtech (expert)
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