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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CORVETTE BASE, 2D CONVERTIBLE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BRAKESMECHANICAL - HYDRAULICDISC BRAKE SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBRAKE ROTOR REPLACEMENT - FRONT

2006 Chevrolet Corvette Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic

Brake Rotor Replacement - Front

2006 Chevrolet Corvette Base, 2D Convertible, AutomaticSECTION Brake Rotor Replacement - Front

Fig 1: Replacing Front Brake Rotor

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Callout

Component Name

CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution .

Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedure

Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Remove the front brake caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Front (JL9-J55) or Brake Caliper Replacement - Front (J56) .

Retainer
Tip: Once the retainer as been removed, it is not necessary to replace the retainer.

Rotor
Tip:

After the brake caliper has been removed, relocate the brake caliper to the side and support with mechanics wire or equivalent. DO NOT let the brake caliper hang by the brake hose.
If the brake rotor is being removed to service the brake system, mark the relationship of the rotor to the wheel stud.
Using the J 42450-A and the J 41013 clean the wheel studs and mounting surface of the brake rotor and wheel hub. See Special Tools .

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.