2003 Volkswagen Jetta stuck aluminum rim

2003 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
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MACGYVER247
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Manual 44k miles

Any suggestions for removing an aluminum rim that has corroded onto the rear brake rotor ?? And how to prevent recurrence ?
Jan 4, 2009 at 7:36 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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install wheel bolt part way to prevent wheel from flying off. Raise and support vehicle and kick the wheel from behind to free it.You can try a little anti-seize on the center where it aligns
Jan 4, 2009 at 8:49 AM
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