changing rotor and brake pads?

2006 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX

12,340 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC

JOHN MARLOW

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I wanted to replace my rotors and brake pads but have not been able to remove the bolts that hold on the brake assembly. I have put WD40 on bolts plus tried a hammer hitting the socket wrench to try and jar it lose to get started. There is not enough room to get a good size pipe onto wrench to really put some pressure on it. I have changed pads and rotors on several cars in the past but never had this problem.

Jan 19, 2010 at 5:07 PM

KASEKENNY

✓ASE Certified Mechanic
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If you cannot break it loose with hand tools then you will move likely need to use an impact wrench (air tool). However, I would suggest turning the wheel to the left or right so this give more access so that you can try to get a longer wrench on it for more leverage. Also, the air tool will fit in better if needed.

Here is a guide that will help as well that will help with this:

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

Let us know if you have other questions. Thanks

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Mar 29, 2021 at 1:45 PM