2001 Kia Optima Brake Rotors

2001 KIA OPTIMA
148,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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I have taken the brake caliber off and removed two screws from the outside of the rotors. Still can't seem to get the rotors to slide off. Do I need to do anything different to get the rotor to slide off so I can replace? Need your help Please.
Jul 27, 2010 at 1:05 PM
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They rust on and are hard to get off. Remove the brake rotor by threading in two 8 x 1.25mm bolts, two turns at a time until the brake rotor is released. It will come off.
Oct 14, 2010 at 7:29 AM
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