Brake Rotors

2000 JEEP WRANGLER TJ
92,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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HABBBA81AU
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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
Dec 5, 2010 at 7:06 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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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.
Dec 5, 2010 at 7:12 AM
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