You do not need a torque wrench when replacing brake pads and rotors. Some of the tools needed to change the rotors and pads are the c-clamp, sockets, wrench, grease, and brake cleaner.
You don't need a torque wrench when you unscrew something.
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depends on the condition od the pads. If worn or have groves etc from the rotors then replace.
You don't use a torque wrench to loosen ANYTHING. -It is only for tightening nuts and bolts to the correct torque.
You'll need a torque wrench and the torque specifications for that bolt .
Yes
The majority of the stopping power is performed by the front rotors. I would start by replacing them.
Take it to the shop. You need air tools to remove a 181 ft-lb axel nut. As well as a heavy-duty torque wrench to tighten it back to 181 ft-lbs.
your rotors are probanly warped and need refinishing or replacing. Its normal.
Most of the time, you can get by with just replacing the pads. The rotors generally do not need to be turned if there is no pedal pulsation or vibration. Rotors will need to be replaced if the exceed the minimum thickness which is stamped on the web (area with lug holes).
torque wrench. if you dont tighten it enough, it will work itself loose and then youll have problems
Hard to say but likely brake rotors need replacing