How to Replace Rear Brakes Rotors 05-14 Chrysler 300

Difficulty: Advanced · About 90 min · Chrysler 300

Replace the rear brake rotors and pads on a 2005–2014 Chrysler 300 and restore proper pedal feel before road testing.

Steps

1. Raise the vehicle and remove the wheel

   Chock the front wheels, release the parking brake, loosen rear lug nuts slightly, then raise and support the vehicle securely. Remove the wheel and inspect the caliper and hose for leaks or damage.

2. Remove the caliper and rotor

   Remove the caliper fasteners and support the caliper so its hose is not strained. Remove the pads and bracket bolts, then pull the rotor off; if it sticks, use penetrating oil and controlled tapping rather than striking nearby suspension parts.

3. Prepare the bracket and new rotor

   Clean the hub face and bracket shims, inspect slide pins and boots, and apply brake-safe lubricant only to specified contact surfaces. Install the new rotor and secure the bracket with fasteners tightened to the vehicle specification.

4. Install the pads and caliper

   Fit the new pads in their correct positions and retract the piston slowly while monitoring brake fluid level. Reinstall the caliper and tighten its fasteners to the vehicle specification, then reinstall the wheel and lower the vehicle.

5. Verify brake operation

   Pump the pedal until firm and check the fluid level before moving. Perform a low speed test in a safe area and stop if the pedal is soft, the vehicle pulls, or any leak appears.

Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.