'04 DII brake and rotor job
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Great write up, and if I could add a couple of ideas also.
When you first remove the rotor, take some emry cloth and sand the rust from the hub and apply a very thin film to prevent them from rusting which will make taking them off in the future a lot easier.
Always grease the studs before torquing them to 102 foot pounds.
Always do a full 2 quart DOT 4 brake flush and use a good synthetic for a firm pedal.
Might also replace the rubber brake lines if over 100,000 mile for safty reasons as well as a firmer brake pedal.
When you first remove the rotor, take some emry cloth and sand the rust from the hub and apply a very thin film to prevent them from rusting which will make taking them off in the future a lot easier.
Always grease the studs before torquing them to 102 foot pounds.
Always do a full 2 quart DOT 4 brake flush and use a good synthetic for a firm pedal.
Might also replace the rubber brake lines if over 100,000 mile for safty reasons as well as a firmer brake pedal.
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The screws hold the rotors on the hub while its moving down the assembly line before the calipers are installed. They do make it easier when doing brake work (as opposed to spinning a lug nut on to keep the rotor in place while installing the caliper)
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Great write up. I am attempting to do the same on my 2004 Discovery. I am not having any luck finding a #4 Phillips head bit anywhere. Sears does not have one in its current impact driver kit. AutoZone and Advance Auto don't carry them and even NAPA is a no go. Any ideas? Thanks.
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