Replacing Brake Rotors on a Jeep Liberty

Replacing the brake rotors on a Jeep Liberty is easy with the right tools. Generally, you should change the rotors at the same time you are replacing brake pads. You might sometimes need to replace the rotors without replacing the brake pads, but it is rare. Like the brake pads, when you replace rotors, you should do so in pairs.

Instructions

1

Place a set of wheel chocks behind the rear wheels. Jack up the Jeep with the automobile jack. Place a jack stand under the vehicle, and raise it up to the frame.

2

Remove the wheel using the lug wrench. Remove the brake caliper using a socket and ratchet. Secure the caliper to the strut using a wire tie. Never allow the caliper to hang free or you will damage the brake line. Remove the rotor retaining clips with pliers. Pull the rotor off the wheel.

3

Put the new rotor on the wheel, and attach the retaining clips by pushing them on with the pliers. Put the brake caliper in place on the bracket, and tighten the retaining bolts using the socket and ratchet.

4

Put the wheel back on the Jeep, and tighten the lug nuts with the lug wrench. Remove the jack stand from under the vehicle. Lower the Jeep to the ground. Repeat the process on the other wheel.