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Old 06-11-2004, 07:05 PM
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brake help!!

I am installing new rotors. Can someone help me on how to make the rear brake claiper go in.

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Old 06-11-2004, 07:20 PM
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you have to twist the piston using either a special tool or you can do it with needlenose pliars. It' not easy to do, takes alot of wrist strength. Also make sure you take the cap off the brake fluid reservoir under the hood or you won't be able to move it at all...twist it clockwise to push it in.

But you really shouldn't have to move it for new rotors if they're the same thickness of the old ones.....only for new pads.

I suggest you spend $15 at the local out store for a haynes manual......
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I am installing new pad with the rotors. Thanks for the info. I will try it.
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http://www.jcwhitney.com/webapp/wcs/...0101&langId=-1

That's the tool you need for the rear brakes.
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Old 06-11-2004, 08:43 PM
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Thanks for all u guys help. Check out my new brakes. ON SHAKINGGGG!!


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