I'm in desperate need of help. My car is in my back yard with no rear brakes. OK... so I didn't think that they would be difficult to do. I replaced the fronts without any problem. I can't seem to get the piston to retract back into the caliper. If anyone knows what to do, please respond! I'm not at my computer so, you can not IM me. if possible call me 732 735 7722.

 

anyone?

 

You need a piston tool that goes on a drive socket. Just go to any auto parts retailer and they should have one. the brake piston in the rear has to be turned into the caliper, you can not just push it back like the front. If you inspect the piston you should see 4 notches on the perimeter of the piston. The tool is basically a square with 4 prongs that fit in the notches of the piston. You might be able to get by without the tool but it is so much easier with it.

 

Thank you all for all your support! This truly was a great experience!!! I used long nose pliers and tomorrow in the am I will bleed the system.

 

If all you did was change the pads, then you do not have to bleed the brakes. You will be perfectly fine......