2004 Rotor replacement

[tgrindrod]

has any one replace the front brake rotors on the 2004 corolla?

They don't just sit on the wheel studs like most. It appears that the rotor is bolted directly on the hub.

What do I need to remove them?

Thanks

[mral1515]

No they do sit on the studs (floating rotors). At times they will get stuck due to some rust or road grime. First make sure the caliper braket is off. Take one of the lug nuts and put it back on. Turn the wheel where you can hit the inside of the rotor with a rubber mallet and it should come off. Good Luck.

[bri]

I had to go with a little more than a rubber mallet to get mine off, more like a BFH. They really do stick if you live someplace they use salt on the roads in the winter.

[mral1515]

Ok well you know what I was talking about.

[tgrindrod]

Thanks for the help. I had to really hit them hard to get them off but they did come off. Sometimes a bigger hammer is just what the doctor ordered.

tgrindrod