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Old 06-23-06, 12:05 PM   #1
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Caliber problems----> need quick help!

i changed my rear disc pads
installed the new one but now the caliber is to far outside (hope you know what i mean)
i tried to push him back but he want go back

if i pull the handbrake the caliber moves out...


any ideas??



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Old 06-23-06, 12:24 PM   #2
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Rear brake pad replace

The pistons screw back in.

You can do it with a pair of needle nose pliers.

As you look at the piston, you will see that there are 2 'V' shaped notches opposite each other on the face of the piston.
(I think this is correct, haven't replaced the rears in awhile)

You can grab the V notches with the pliers, and screw the piston back in clockwise.

Or, you can buy a tool for this at Sears, the "Lisle Disc Brake Piston Tool"

http://tinyurl.com/oyf45


Be sure to line up the piston so that the actuator for the handbrake still works.

Can't explain that part too well, just look at it to see how it works.
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just screw in the caliber?

does the break readjust hisself?
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just screw in the caliber?

does the break readjust hisself?
Yes, they are self-adjusting.

There is a sticky for the 94 FSM at the top of the 3rd gen forum.

It would probably be very helpful.
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now its 5.30o´clock in the morning
one coffee and i test this

thx lot mate
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