2004 Honda CRV how do i remove my rear brake rotors

2004 HONDA CRV
88,000 MILES • 4 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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MARBELLA7
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hello all i have a 2004 honda crv and im having problems removing my rear brake rotors if someone could explain to me how to remove them i would be gratefull thank you
Jun 22, 2008 at 7:00 PM
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LEGITIMATE007
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This video is the job bengine done on a similar car take it look it will help you with your problem.

https://youtu.be/gMGpzJKb7uI


Please run down this guide and report back.

Feb 20, 2021 at 12:33 PM
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MARBELLA7
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thank you for your help but the problem i was having it was getting the rear rotors off
Feb 20, 2021 at 12:33 PM
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LEGITIMATE007
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if you have rotors in the rear, its the same exact thing.. are you sure you have rotors or drums?
Feb 20, 2021 at 12:33 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Replacing rear brake pads and rotors isn't too difficult to do. However, if you are struggling with the removal of the brake rotor, there could be a couple of causes.

First, when the brake caliper is removed from the mounting bracket, the mounting bracket as well needs to be removed to allow the rotor to be removed.

If that isn't the case and the rotor seems attached to the hub assembly, chances are it is corroded in place. If that is the case, first loosely place one lug nut on a wheel stud to prevent the rotor from coming off. Then take a heavy hammer and tap on the rear of the brake rotor outward while slowly turning the rotor. Eventually, it will come loose.

Here is a link you may find helpful. It explains in general the procedure for replacing rear brake pads and rotors.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-rear-brake-pads-and-rotors

If you look at the attachments below, I included the directions specific to your vehicle for removal and replacement of the rear brake pads and rotors. Note, once the brake caliper is removed (pic 2), the carrier or caliper mount will need to be unbolted from the rear of the steering knuckle. There will be two bolts. Once that is off, then you can remove the rotor.

I hope this helps. Let me know if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe
Oct 8, 2021 at 7:13 PM