0
If you just put on new brake pads can you do the rotors later?
Wiki User
∙ 15y ago
You can if they are fairly smooth and do not have very bad ridges or grooves on them. If they do not meet the minimum thickness spec, they should be replaced now. Rotors are cheap (read: made in China); just replace them.
Wiki User
∙ 15y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Do your car have brake pads on the back or just drums and rotors?
pads
How many miles before you should change your rotors?
As long as your rotors are not warped, or you have not let the brake pads wear to the point they defaced the rotors, there is no need to change them. Just install new brake pads. Rotors can last the life of the car.
Average cost of replacing brake pads and rotors on truck?
WELL, I HAVE A 2005 TOYOTA SUV AND I JUST HAD MY FRONT ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS REPLACED AND IT COST ME 325.00. If you do it your self it is about 140.00
How much does it cost to change break pads and rotors?
I went to a local shop today and they charged me $306 just to replace my FRONT brake pads and rotors
What is a good website to purchase brake pads and rotors at online?
According to customer reviews the best brake pads and rotors are EBC brake rotors and pads. They are manufactured in Britain and can be found at any auto store including Canadian Tire in Canada.
What are brake calipers?
Brake calipers are the hydraulic devices that wrap around the rotors and pinch the brake pads into the rotors when you stop.
How much heat is expected after changing brake pads and rotors?
Some as the pads and rotors break in but it shouldn't be excessive.
Why would the front rotors turn after changing the brake pads and rotors?
Possible wrong rotors???
Do you need a torque wrench when replacing pads and rotors?
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.
Do you need to drain brake fluid when changing brake pads and rotors?
no
Is it necessary to change brake pads when changing rotors?
When rotors need to be changed usually the pads have worn down. It is always a good idea to change pads when changing rotors.
Why do rotors need to be replaced?
Brake rotors wear just as brake pads do and when they wear down beyond minimum specs they become unsafe. Good brakes are a # 1 priority.
