Doing the rear brakes on my 07 accord v6.

While the caliper is out (unbolted from the bracket, no pads, just by it self) somebody managed to pull the e-brakes. It was still connected to the e-brake cable and brake lines.

The piston did come out some, but not all the way out, i didn't notice any brake fluid coming out, so i screwed it back in and proceed with the brake job.

My question: I figured that since no fluid came out and the piston didn't back all the way out i should be safe from getting air in the system. But its bugging me.....Do you guys think i need to bleed the brakes??

thanks guys

 

How does the pedal feel?

 

The pedal feels fine as far as i can tell

 

Should be good to go then. You would definitely feel it in the pedal if you got air in the system.

 

Thanks for the reply, that makes me feel better

 

I bleed the brakes just as a matter of course when doing brake work. That fluid is old and nasty and best replaced with fresh fluid on a regular basis.

 

ALWAYS REPLACE THE FLUID! This should be done more frequently than is done. Your brakes will feel and work much better afterward. Start with a fresh, unopened can of brake fluid.
Regards
Dave