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Replacing a Warped or Worn Brake Disc

By Matthew Wright, About.com

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Preparation for Brake Disc Replacement

This car is supported safely.

Support your car on jack stands before you begin work.

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Level of Difficulty: Novice

Tools You'll Need:

  • New Brake Discs
  • Jack and Jack Stands
  • Lug Wrench
  • Large Phillips Head Screwdriver
  • Dead Blow Hammer
  • Open End or Ratchet Wrench Set
  • C-Clamp

A warped brake disc can make even short car trips very irritating. Every time you apply the brakes you think you're going to lose a filling. Thankfully, it's easy to replace your brake discs, and not at all expensive. Combine this repair with brake pad replacement and you've had a very productive car repair day!

Before you begin to work in the wheel area, be sure your car is safely supported on jack stands. Never work on your car while it is supported only by a scissor or other emergency tire-changing jack.

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