Alter The Rear Brake Rotor On The Kia Spectra

Kia Spectra buyers could referendum for rear disc brakes.


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Instructions


1. Stadium the car on a definite, constant surface. Block the front wheels to prevent the vehivle from rolling.The Kia Spectra head entered the American marketplace during the 2000 imitation year. Kia redesigned for automobile for 2004 and discontinued it in 2009. The Spectra came criterion with rear drum brakes, but, rear disc brakes were an preference. Spectra owners with these optional rear CD brakes can facilitate from learning convert the rear brake rotors themselves. Jack up the van and allot it securely on an axle stand. Stop removing the lug nuts and pull the turn off.


2. Remove the two caliper coerce rod bolts. Lift the caliper off the rotor and hang it away of the way using a wire hook or bungee cord. Be careful not to stretch or kink the flexible brake hose. If the caliper is difficult to remove, roll it back and forth to force the brake pads apart a little.


3. Pull the rotor off the hub. On 2004 and later models, the rotor is secured by a retaining screw. Remove this screw and then pull the rotor off the hub. If the rotor is difficult to remove, tap the inner rotor surface firmly with a mallet to loosen it. Do not hit the rotor rim or the rotor braking surface.


4. Reverse steps to reassemble the brake using a new rotor. Start the vehicle and test the brake operation. Replace the wheel and lower the vehicle.