Hombre S Regular Cab 4WD V6-4.3L (1999)
Brake Rotor/Disc: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
Front Brake Rotor
Brake Rotor Replacement - Front
Removal Procedure
The brake rotor can be removed without separating the caliper from the caliper bracket (JC1 System).
Important: Do not disconnect the brake hose from the caliper.
1. Remove the caliper.
Notice: Do not allow the brake components to hang from the flexible brake hoses. Damage to the brake hoses could result.
2. Suspend the caliper.
3. Remove the brake pads (JC1 System).
4. Remove the caliper bracket mounting bolts and the caliper bracket (JC1 System).
5. Remove and dispose of the sheet metal retainers (JC1 System).
6. Remove the wheel bearings (JM3 System).
7. Remove the rotor.
8. Inspect and clean all the parts. Replace parts as necessary.
9. Refinish the rotor if required.
Refer to Refinishing Brake Rotors
Installation Procedure
Tools Required
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J 42450-A Hub Cleaning Kit
Notice: Whenever the brake rotor has been separated from the wheel bearing flange, clean any rust or foreign material from the mating
surface of the rotor and flange with the J 42450 hub cleaning kit. Failure to do this may result in increased lateral run out of the rotor
and brake pulsation.
1. Use the J42450-A to clean the hub flange (JC1 System).