ASK: EK brake pad change

[cdaniel21]

Hi, does anyone know...
When I change the brake pad, I need to push the cylinder in right....
How to push it?? Do i need unique tools??
I try it real hard and it didn't even move 1mm. I've already open the brake fluid container cap.....

[aaronng]

For the front caliper, you can push it back in by using the old pad and using a screwdriver as leverage. For the rear, you need to rotate the piston clockwise while pushing in at the same time.

For both, there are specific tools that make the job easier. They are not required but they let you push the piston back in with minimum fuss.

Front:
http://www.usrallyteam.com/images/scwbk-510.jpg

Rear
http://www.matcotools.com/ProductImages/mst55a.jpg

[mocchi]

i use a long nose plier for rears, and as aarong said long screw driver for fronts.

[EK1.6LCIV]

I use mocchi's method on both my Honda and Datsun

easy as job for a Sat arvo :)

stuff those tools in those pics, not too involved, buy a Hayne's manual, easy as changing oil

it twists using a needle nose plier in easy clockwise turns, just needs to be back far enough to allow the new pads in, few steps on the brake when it's altogether is recommened before driving anywhere to get the feeling back :)

[Limbo]

i use an old blunt chissel on the rear. You need a large flat piece to turn the rear caliper.
Fronts any flathead screwdriver

[vinnY]

another idea is an angle grinder spanner to turn the rear piston back in

[mrpsi]

i use g-clamps. they work a treat.

[aaronng]

another idea is an angle grinder spanner to turn the rear piston back in

Or you can buy one of those big flathead screwdrivers. A made in china one would be cheap.