how do i remove rotors from 1996 windstar? it looks like they should just slip off now but they are not moving

Question

there doesn't seem to be anything holding the rotor on but i am concerned about tapping it too hard to dislodge it

Answer 1

rotors should be pulled off by a wheel pulley that clamps around the rotor and with wench is given equal pressure to pull them off .
don't pound on them at all .

Answer 2

Listen, as a Ford Tech I have seen this many times, there shouldn't be any fasteners holding the rotor on that model, use no penatrating oil, just a few taps with a hammer between the studs, be carefull not to hit the studs, if you never done this before then use a short piece of a 2x4 to use as a cusion and tap the rotor and it will break free. It will NOT hurt the rotor. Before you install the rotor very lightey rub a Small amout of grease on the rotor to hub surface.

Answer 3

Tap the rotor with a hammer between the studs. Don't worry about hurting the rotor; you probably won't damage it. A medium amount of force should be about all you need, and the rotor will break free.

DON'T use a puller as previously suggested! You'll damage the rotor, and all your effort will be for naught!

Answer 4

you have to uptake mussle from intaker before attemting to manifold lever on left side. After that is actually accomplished, rotate the two hexagonal pinners into out position and take rapidly pieces displayed. Make sure numbers are 195 or 198 or might not fit (not neccesarily, it is a ford). Retrieve upon steps and angle on pinners as not to befall them. It can be exhausting. You will accomplish it. Bye.

Answer 5

the 3 phillip head screws need to be removed and the rotors should fall off

Answer 6

Take a large hammer and hit around the studs and it should pop off.

Answer 7

Tap it with a rubber mallet. DO NOT use a puller as previously suggested!