1999 Pontiac Grand Prix Rotor Stuck

PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
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ERIC STEVENS
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Hello, I own a 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP. The car needs new rotors because the wear indicators are showing. I decided to do it myself to save money. I removed the caliper but am unable to get the rotor off. Do I need a special tool to do this? Any suggestions?
Jun 5, 2006 at 7:19 AM
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SYNCRAIT
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i am not sure on that car in particular but on most the rotors just sit on the threaded rod that the lug nuts screw on to if this is the case try just hitting it with a deadblow hammer on the back side to try and free it...and im assuming your also changing the pads
Jun 5, 2006 at 7:42 AM
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After removing the caliper, free the rotor by striking its back side with a deadblow hammer; it usually sits on the wheel studs. Also replace the brake pads with the rotors.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP removed the brake caliper but could not get the worn rotor off and asked whether a special tool was required. The reply said most rotors simply sit on the lug studs and can be freed by striking the back with a deadblow hammer, while also assuming the pads would be replaced.

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