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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 06:40 AM
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Is there an easy way to push in the caliper piston when changing out the pads? i can get it pushed in enough to slide the new pads in. A little help? thanks guys.
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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 06:48 AM
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I don't own an Integra, but I changed brake pads on various types of cars before.

With most pistons, I just use a large C-clamp to push it back in. Some pistons, like the rear disc on some Hondas, are turned instead of push, I use one of a specialized brake tool to turn it; but you can use a large screwdriver or pliers.
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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 06:50 AM
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For the rears, either get the right tool or use a sideways allen wrench.

There is also a tool you can get for the front that works better than a C-Clamp since the back of the piston is not really flat.
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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 07:02 AM
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Thanks for the quick reply. Do you know if they turn or push in?
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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 07:07 AM
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The fronts push in. The rears must be rotated.
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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 08:55 AM
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To rotate the rear caliper piston in, I used an open end wrench placed in the groves, then stuck a screwdriver in the closed end of the wrench to turn it, worked like a charm.
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