I can not remove the old rotors

1999 JEEP CHEROKEE
130,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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I am replacing the front pads and rotors on my Jeep and I can not remove the old rotors. What do I need to do to get them off? Any advice would be appreciated
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Jim
Jul 29, 2008 at 6:46 AM
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[quote:f9bd5716d2="chicagosupvise"]Brakes problem
1999 Jeep Cherokee 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 130000 miles
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I am replacing the front pads and rotors on my Jeep and I can not remove the old rotors. What do I need to do to get them off? Any advice would be appreciated
Thank you
Jim[/quote:f9bd5716d2]

Hi Jim,

If this is the first time they have been removed some models have a spring clip on at least 2 of the wheel studs that need to be removed. Also they may have rusted on so you will need to spray some WD or similar around center and wheel studs. Let set awhile then take a hammer and hit inbetween each stud, give it a good wack, to break the rust loose. You should also hit the top of the rotor to help break it loose.
May 20, 2021 at 10:06 AM
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