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I have a 2007 Nissan Altima. Is it always necessary to replace front brake pads for excessive rotor runout?

yes - don't do half the job

yes - don't do half the job

I have a question that if the

I have a question that if the rotors are warped and the pads are in excellent shape, I do not understand why it is necessary to replace the pads. Can you explain why it is necessary?

Thanks.

the pads take on the shape of

the pads take on the shape of the rotor and your new rotor won't be warped - the old pads will not make correct contact

The warbling will eventualy

The warbling will eventualy destroy your calipers and youll go thru pads alot quiker

The warbling will eventualy

The warbling will eventualy destroy your calipers and youll go thru pads alot quiker

There also has to be an

There also has to be an underlying reason for the rotors to warp.overheating,caliper dragging,etc. get these checked also.---lha

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