I have a 2000 dodge durango 4X4 with the 5.9 motor.I would like to know how the front rotors come off, after I take off the calipers, do I need to take off the cotter pin in the middle off the rotor and then remove the large nut, and if so how much will I need to torque when I put it back on. and does anyone know what size that middle hub nut is? it seemed like a 1 1/4" fit pretty good, or is it metric? If this bolt does have to be removed any recommendation on getting it off as it is a very tight (penetrating oil an long braker bar while someone hits the brakes prior to taking off the caliper?) any info would be good.

Thanks in advance.

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2000 durango slt 5.9

after remove the tire and caliper, the rotors will just pull right off. they may be a little tight becuase of rust. but just smack them with a soft hammer or a piece of wood. then just pull them off.

No the nut (That retains the drive shaft @ the hub ) does not need to be removed to replace the rotor.

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thanks guys

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2000 durango slt 5.9

You remove that nut to get to the wheel bearing just so you know.

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