2009 Pontiac Vibe Repair Question
Topics covered: Backing plate, Brake rotor, Rust.
Mileage: 10,500 miles.
Mileage: 10,500 miles.
Asked on November 30, 2011
How to get rear brake rotors off
I got your instructions on how to replace rear brake rotors and I still can't get them off. What am I doing wrong. I see there is supposed to be a retaing screw in the rotor. Does that hold the rotor locked in place or could it be rusted to the backing plate? I worked on it (3) times now and can't get the rotor off. Can you give me your expertise on waht I am doing wrong or missing? Pleas let me know how to get the rotor off.
Thank you,
Bob Butcavage
Thank you,
Bob Butcavage
Asked by ButsieAnswer
Replied on November 30, 2011
Imports commonly use those retaining screws. Use a pair of metric bolts threaded into those holes to pull the rotors off. As you run them in they will push against the hub and pull the rotor off. Banging and tugging doesn't work.