2002 Ford Ranger removing the front rotors

2002 FORD RANGER
128,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CATCHER22
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I have done several brake jobs on small cars. I have never done rotors on a truck before since this is my first truck. I am wondering if I need to remove the wheel bearings in order to replace the rotor on my light truck and if not how do I get the old rotor off
Jan 14, 2010 at 7:49 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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For 2WD, yes the hub grease cap, cotter pin, nut retainer, spindle nut, and front wheel outer bearing retainer washer & outer front wheel bearing must be removed prior to removeing brake disc
Jan 14, 2010 at 11:14 PM
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