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09-12-2001, 03:35 PM

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changing brake pads

What tool do i need to change out the rear pads? and where can i buy it on line? TIA.

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09-12-2001, 03:43 PM

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Its a brake piston compressor, I got mine at pep boys for about $10.

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09-12-2001, 04:04 PM

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Re: Its a brake piston compressor, I got mine at pep boys for about $10.

does it work for the rear brakes

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09-12-2001, 05:38 PM

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Check to see if you can push and turn the piston...

The rear brakes include the parking brake. The parking brake pushes the piston out mechanically via a large screw. The screw allows the piston to come out as the pads wear. Most calipers of this type need to be pushed in while turning. It is usually not easy and there is definitely drag from the seals, but it works. I have done this with a pair of needle nose pliers, but the tools work better. Front pistons should just need a good push back into the caliper with a c-clamp.

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Mark