How to Remove a Rear Brake Rotor on a 2001 Tahoe

The rear brakes on a 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe help you brake the vehicle in normal stopping conditions, but they're also the Tahoe's parking brakes. Although the rear brakes don't wear down as frequently as the front brakes, when they do, you'll need to remove the rotors and get them turned, relined or replaced. This process should take approximately 30 minutes to do per corner, and you won't need any special tools.

Instructions

1

Lift up the rear of the SUV by the rear axle and the jack, then set the axle down on the jack stands. Remove the rear wheels using the tire iron.

2

Unbolt the brake caliper from the rear axle. Run a piece of mechanics wire through the frame then through the caliper, and twist the wire to itself using the pliers so that the caliper is not hanging from the brake line.

3

Hold the rear rotor with both hands. Twist the rotor while simultaneously pulling it towards you until it comes off of the axle.