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Replacing rear rotors on Countryman what tools?

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Old Apr 28, 2018 | 04:49 PM
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Replacing rear rotors on Countryman what tools?
Hi, I am replacing the rear pads and rotors on my 2013 Countryman I noticed the caliper is held on with Torx bolts does anyone know what type of socket I need to purchase? I can't find the info anywhere online.
 
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Old Apr 28, 2018 | 05:54 PM
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Harbor Freight is the friend of the home mechanic.

https://www.harborfreight.com/9-pc-1...set-61246.html

https://www.harborfreight.com/catalo...iper+retractor

https://www.harborfreight.com/impact...ase-37530.html
 
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Old May 20, 2018 | 12:04 PM
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there are many DIY brake threads. that torx screw is no biggie. get the right size with a nice breaker bar and youll be bak to normal. it used to hold the rotor in place befor the tire goes on.
good luck.
 
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