How do you compress the rear brake caliper pistons to install new pads?

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the pistons on the rear brake calipers SCREW in to the caliper. there are notches on the inner edge of the piston face. engage the notches with a large needle nose plier or a large flat washer and turn clockwise (as you face the piston) to turn the piston in.

There is a special tool that is available at your local autoparts store that is absolutely necessary and will save you a ton of time and aggravation. Using a needle nose plier or washer does not allow you to apply enough pressure unless your are the incredible hulk. There is a great picture on europeancarweb.com/tech/0201es_big_brake_installation/index.html

First answer by Zeumer. Last edit by Myshelle70. Contributor trust: 6 [recommend contributor]. Question popularity: 40 [recommend question]

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