Where you spread the pistons to doesn't set where they will always go back to because the minute you hit the brake pedal, the pistons will push the pads together and will keep them there. Some guys use a 'C' clamp, and turn the piston with a large set of slip joint pliers, but to me that would seem to take forever. sorry for causing the confusion!but we are talking Jaguarlol, Location: That Rectangular Hole in the Consciousness of America. Front Brembo BBK - What to do with the Rears. Champagne/Mocha interior. Advertising -
2003 X Type 2.0D SE. :rage: Are you sue you need one? Come discuss the Camry, Tacoma, Highlander, 4Runner, Rav4 and more! I had the same issue that you had with the parking brake cable. :-), I have tried and can't seem to get the rear pistons to move even a small amount. do you mean rewind as in you had to use a caliper spreader tool or a c-clamp to get the piston in the caliper back to fit in the new pads? Be careful using a c-clamp while turning as it may ruin the thread inside the piston. This applies to VW as well, I don't know what kind of rear calipers they were talking about. It will turn in very easily with a brake disc tool for the job. I am turning the piston clockwise and it is not going back into the bore. Getting old but still a serious contender that turns heads with that distinctive Jaguar styling. already learned that lesson when i couldn't swivel the caliper initially to remove the brake pads! droid, when winding in the rear calipers, open the vent port on the calipers and then try doing the pistons. Q1: to push to pistons IN, do I turn clockwise or counter-clockwise?? Brakes Problem
Fronts were fairly easy to do. That said it is possible you did not screw them in far enough but then you would have had a hard time getting the calipers remounted. Since only the Mazda uses this tool.
It's easier if you remove the reservoir cap first. 1996 Buick Regal 4 Cyl Automatic
I opened the cap to the reservoir where you add brake fluid in the engine compartment on the driver's side. Just fitting some new Mintex pads front and rear and just wondering if someone can advise which way I need to wing the rear calipers and AP fronts? A worth while tool investment. If you look at the actuating lever it pulls toward the front of the car when you apply the hand brake. People keep referencing thisY little 'cube' tool that attaches to a 3/8 ratchet that has different sides to fit different styles of turn-pistons - will this thing work for the Matrix? Once the rubber was freed from top of piston, it went much easier but still not a easy as the N/S did. Most rear brakes use the turn method and front brakes can be pushed back in with a c-clamp. I was just about to replace my discs and pads and realised the tool I have only rotates clockwise! It gives pretty good coverage including removal, refitting, torque settings, using a windback tool, calliper cleaning and overhaul, etc. I was pushing very hard whilst turning. Terms of Service -
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This also winds the pistons out to adjust the hand brake mechanism. As you turn, resistance from the piston will keep it from being pushed in.
If you buy a disc brake tool kit, very cheap on Amazon, it's very easy to turn the piston back with the right tool. Thank you all for the quick responses. I have not needed to crack the bleed valve beforeI just removed the cap from the brake fluid reservoir.if that doesn't work this time I,ll try cracking the bleed valve. I found I had to push hard while turning to get it going. They were hardly used, replacing with Mintex pads. Grungepup did his car with no issues at all. Rear Brake problem..Caliper piston will not retract. Can anyone please confirm? I borrowed a rear caliper screw in tool from AutoZone but, can't seem to get the piston to turn one way or another. Thanks for your help, managed to get both if them changed! It may not be something that's recommended, but I have used a 12" C-clamp to spin and compress the rear pistons. AFAIK standard fronts are pushed back not wound back, and standard rears are wound back clockwise. People keep referencing this little 'cube' tool that attaches to a 3/8 ratchet that has different sides to fit different styles of turn-pistons - will this thing work for the Matrix? But I don't think that's the issue because even when I hold the caliper still, I can't seem to turn the piston clockwise.? I'm wondering if you ever solved this, I have a 2010 Matrix and I'm trying to replace the rear brakes. And since the clamp has a swivel end and compresses as it is turned clockwise, it worked for me on both sides. Corolla 10th Gen/2nd Gen Matrix (2009-2013), The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo, Amazon.com: Orion Motor Tech 24PCS Master Disc Brake Piston Caliper Compressor Spreader Tool Set | Brake Pad Replacement Reset Wind Back Kit: Automotive, Amazon.com: 8MILELAKE 18pcs Disc Brake Caliper Compression Wind Back Tool Kit : Automotive, Camry 3rd and 4th Gen '92-'01, Solara '99-'03, Camry 5th and 6th Gen '02-'11, Solara '04-'08. If you ask nicely, maybe your Audi Part dept. A quick review of the How-to section would have alleviated A LOT of cussing. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada, toyotanation.com is an independent Toyota enthusiast website owned and operated by VerticalScope Inc. I know it's a different car but when I replaced the rear discs on my '07 MX5 I thought I needed one, but when it came to it I just used the side of a small screwdriver to turn the piston. I didn't change the fluids but I removed the cap off the reservior and took out, with a syringe, at least 10 cc of fluids. I thought sojust wanted to check before using more force. It may not display this or other websites correctly. I gave it a good soak in WD40 before trying to wind in. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I did mine the other day so I know it works, Offside (Drivers side) was anti-clock on mine. There are universal tools. Hello Drew. Droid, 2 things with the condition that you are in: The following errors occurred with your submission, question about rewinding rear caliper pistons, Jaguar Forums Feedback & Suggestion Center, S-Type / S type R Supercharged V8 ( X200 ), Other Jaguar Models / Concepts / Replicas, PRIVATE For Sale / Trade or Buy Classifieds, Forum announcement archives / Forum History, https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/xy-pushy-20371/, https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/s344#post628344. WTF! The rear brakes are discs, the type where the e-brake is part of the caliper. They moved as easy as anything. Sounds like I need a special tool? '06 Phantom Black A3 Sportback 2.0 TDi S-Line OEM Xenons, Open-Sky sunroof, Audi Symphony 6 CD changer & Bose,Heated black Vienna leather inc electric lumbar adj,Folding & dimming mirrors, storage pack,interior lighting pack ,18" BBS Pescara alloys,OEM Bluetooth phone prep & LED Rear lights. Thanks for all the help, everyone. Can't rewind rear caliper piston even with tool, 2000 1.9 tdi Avant front caliper piston size. It's incredibly hard to twist clockwise, especially with one of the 14 mm nuts off (the caliper keeps swiveling on the other 14 mm bolt/nut). They are cheap at any local parts store. JavaScript is disabled. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UNIVERSAL-NEW-BRAKE-CALIPER-PISTON-REWIND-WIND-BACK-TOOL-KIT-22-34-PIECES-SET-/360643337387, The club for Caterham and Lotus Seven enthusiasts, Caterham and LotusSeven Club9 Nevill StreetAbergavennyNP7 5AATel: 01873 777303adminteam@caterhamlotus7.club. they can be a bitch tho, you are better off using a c clamp to press them in, and they say taking the brake fluid cap off under the hood helps too, idk if thats true or not. Makes it much easier. Am I right in saying it goes the opposite way to the other side? The pistons on the Xtype calipers are turned in the same direction as the wheel rotates when the car is moving forwards so its anticlockwise for the passenger side. Q3: tried to twist piston with needle-nose pliers, but the piston is very hard to grip (sloped 'cross' style pattern on the piston). I normally bleed the brakes when replacing pads - just good commion sense . isn't it counter clockwise? Ask me how I know..it was a frustrating evening. Rear brake piston won't compress, even while turning it Trouble compressing my rear brake caliper piston. The c-clamp or caliper spreader is simply used to fit the pads and caliper back over the new rotor. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! Been on the fence investing in this tool. Personally, my adjuster is rusted and I can't really adjust mine so I just used force to get my parking brake cable on and had it drag for a couple weeks. This kit did the job on my '16 Corolla rears. 2.2 d sport X Type in British Racing Green metallic with cream leather interior, six disc changer, heated seats,heated screens, hid kit,upper and lower mesh grilles, headlamp power wash.( Has now gone on to new owner) Replaced with a metallic black 2.2 XF sport with extra toys. The turning is because of the handbrake mechanism. I went up and got the correct tool from Autozone(loaner) and they turned very easily. I did mine last week using a piston tool. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo, S-Type (X200, X202, X204, X206) 1999 - 2008, XJ (X350, X358) Aluminium Body 2003 - 2009, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. Which direction does the rear brake piston turn? This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. It would turn (slowly) but wouldn't retract. I Thought The Rotors Might Be Warped! Series I Wheels, Tires, Brakes & Suspension, Series I Exterior Appearance and Body Kits, Series I Interior, Audio, and Electronics, Series II Tech & Performance (US 2009MY-), Series II Aftermarket Performance Modifications, Series II Exterior Appearance and Body Kits, Series II Interior, Audio, and Electronics, RX-8 Classifieds - PRIVATE SALES ONLY - Dealer Ads Prohibited. The right tool always makes the job easier. A forum community dedicated to Jaguar owners and enthusiasts. The cube is really easy to use. If so, then it doesn't matter. You can adjust the amount of slack that your parking brake cable gets and it'll make it easier to re-install your parking brake. iownme, yes, you can pull the rear calipers off and wind the pistons in a little more. With a bit of googling recently, I was able to find a pdf of the chapter in the sierra Haynes manual that covers the rear brakes. I wasnt able to make it =(, The following errors occurred with your submission, Discussion forum for the B5 Audi A4 produced from 1995-2001. JavaScript is disabled. Got the little universal 'cube' tool for turning pistons. You have to push and turn at the same time to seat the piston. A forum community dedicated to Ford ST & RS owners and enthusiasts. Cookie Policy -
clockwise. And some fluid .. to avoid overspill onto the scuttle ! The New Marketplace (All new FS items go in here), Vehicles For Sale - Archive (NO NEW POSTS HERE), Parts For Sale - Archive (NO NEW POSTS HERE), Want To Buy - Archive (NO NEW POSTS HERE), Send a private message to Skene @ PES Tuning, Send a private message to Silver Streakin'. Based on your comments and advice, I was able to finally get the rear done! Right under the parking brake lever in the car on the underside of the car should be an adjuster and a splitter bar. JavaScript is disabled. I'm in a bit of a jam as the sun has gone down and I can't seem to get the rear brake caliper piston to go back into its housing. That brought the level up just below the 'high' line And still, could slide a credit card between the new pad and the disc brake! I typically have to brace the caliper against one of the suspension arms and lean my body weight into it before it will start turning in. I am doing my rear brake pads. Dark Blue, all the toys. The tool with the two pegs right? Do Not Sell My Personal Information -, By logging into your account, you agree to our.
No he meant rewind the pistons. When you wind the pistons back in you are resetting this thread. Drivetrain / Chassis (Mondeo ST TDCi and ST220), The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. It'll let the caliper turn inside the boot without any worry of ripping the boot, The following errors occurred with your submission, This is the place to learn more about or discuss any issues you're having with your RX-8, Series I Aftermarket Performance Modifications, Series II Wheels, Tires, Brakes & Suspension. will let you barrow the correct tool. I had to grind the inside of one to get it fit right. Both sides turn forwards the front. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Which direction do I turn the piston into the bore? ok, I'll tell you anyway clockwise. Get a good C clamp, tighten it up, and use a screw driver to turn it in. Just be ready to catch a little bit of fluid. If your car has the aluminium-bodied calipers then the books/workshop manuals say (I believe Haynes and ELSAWIN too) to wind the pistons in clockwise to replace pads etc? AT4X versions of the GMC Sierra and Canyon. Need to revive this because I am having the exact same problem as the original poster, same exact calipers. That gets rid of any excess fluid too . Q2: do I need to open the bleed port before I push the pistons back? I finally got it but what a bitch. The piston is threaded inside and practically acts as a nut that screws into a threaded rod in the cylinder (a screw). handbrake is off. Clockwise for the rears but no need to wind back the fronts. Jaguar racing green. Trying to push in the rear piston on my 98 A4, does it turn clockwise? Yes they do rotate different ways but you can use the caliper rewind tool both ways, when you are rotating anti-clockwise you just have to make the tool tight in the caliper after every turn or so. All the more reason to have a friend near by that you can make a phone call to. Currently working on the right rear. Content on toyotanation.com is generated by its users. Cookie Policy -
Just remember one turns left hand the other right hand to go in. Sounds like I need a special tool? Company reg no. It was the rubber over the piston that was causing it to be like solid. Manage Preferences -
Hi There. A lot of people have found that unless you are the Hulk, you will not be able to push in the pistons unless you open the bleed port. I am attaching a video on how to retract these pistons, but they are most all going to go counterclockwise. Archive -
Any other suggestions? I'm just replacing brake pads all around. However, the O/S was a right pig!! 3-4 pumps per wheel . Peddle Is Hard For A Few Seconds And Them Goes To Normal. Archive -
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Clockwise rears and it takes quite a push ! You are not loosening (anti clock) you are screwing the piston back in (clockwise). Contact Us -
Can someone confirm which direction so I'm atleast fighting in the right direction? Put some pressure on it. Archive -
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I Have Checked For A Vacuum Leak An None! I'll get that cube shaped tool mentioned earlier in the thread and give it another go. Are there any systems on 7s that have pistons that are wound back counterclockwise? Sounds like it's clockwise for both rear brakes? For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. mine did. Terms of Service -
How did that meet in SanDiego @ Togo's / Baskin-Robbins go? The calipers won't fit if the notches aren't lined up. Here is how my caliper and piston look like: You will need a special tool, I don't know the Toyota specific one I'm sure someone else does. Here's a cool tip before twisting the rear caliper. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The C-clamp can damage your rear calipers because the pistons aren't meant to be pushed straight in like the front calipers. they have a special tool to screw them back in. However, it's just spinning, not going back in - even if I apply a ton of shoulder pressure! I've got the two fronts done with new discs, I've also done the rear drivers side but I'm having problems winding in the other rear piston. The best guide I know is Alcester Racing 7s. You are using an out of date browser. IIRC, I wound the drivers side in righthandedly/clockwiseso the near side is anti-clockwise. I just use a jumbo needle-nose plier in the grooves. The cylinders wind in the OPPOSITE direction to the normal wheel travel when the vehicle is driving forward. However,if you want more info on the rear brakes then you know what to do.. .. go out and buy a Haynes manual, of course! Buy 8MILELAKE 18pcs Disc Brake Caliper Compression Wind Back Tool Kit: Brake Adjusting Tools - Amazon.com FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases. I was going to replace my rear disks at Xmas but the caliper just wouldn't wind back in. I have this one, only $20. Thank you for your help. You really have to push hard while turning. I bought a complete disc brake kit on Amazon for under $20 that has everything I'll need for any car. The Brake Pedal On My Car Is Pulsating At Higer Speeds About 40mph And Up. I couldn't find an angle to put enough pressure so it just spun, for an hour. 2001 3.0 SE Auto, Satnav, winter pack. Wow did this today to install my slotted rotors and for some reason the passenger rear would not go in!!! Winding it back in Against wheel direction. Privacy Statement -
Otherwise it just sits there and spins where it is. ToyotaNation Forum is a community dedicated to all Toyota models. Recently My Car Has Been Making Grinding And Screeching Noises Every Time I Step On How To Bleed Brake System After Mastercylinder Replacement. I wont post it here for obvious legal reasons. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! Manage Preferences -
Am I right in thinking the rear offside rotates clockwise and the near side rotates ant-clockwise? I Just Replaced How to Bleed and Flush Your Vehicle Brakes, Bleed and Flush Your Brake System Correctly, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8YwfSKEzZo&t=29s. Thanks. I should have tried the other rear side whilst I had a chance but I was just too cold by then. Did getting the tool kit posted above work? lol. You have to turn and press inwards. Take about 1/2 of the peg off. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The 4 knob side fit the Matrix caliper piston fairly well and I was able to turn it. Another thing is I did not read anywhere on this forum where someone told people to RELEASE THE PARKING BRAKE when changing the rear brake pads.