A special tool is needed (not expensive available at Sears or auto parts) they are threaded to accomodate the parking brake
This is caused by the pressure release in the brake lines when you retract the pistons in the brake calipers to accommodate the new brake pads that are thicker than the ones that are removed.
It helps re-fit to slide it back a fraction.
a special scanner called a v.a.g. has to be used to retract the electronic e brake system, and will also retract caliper piston..DO NOT TRY WITH OUT TOOL !!!!!
you have to push the brake cylinder back into the caliper using a "C" clamp
The brake caliper may not retract properly due to issues such as a stuck piston, worn out seals, or debris buildup. These issues can prevent the caliper from releasing pressure on the brake pads, leading to brake drag and reduced braking performance.
The friction of the rotor makes them move back, - it is only a tiny movement, less than a millimetre.
Brake pads? I have a 1997 Nissan 4 WD pickup and it has rear drum brakes. I didn't know they ever came with pads in the rear.
Remove wheels Loosen 2 caliper mounting bolts and remove Remove Rotor (if peel off type) Resecure caliper Remove brake pads Need to get special tool to retract piston into caliper Do not retract using "C" clamp these pistons have to screw back into calpier (Clockwise) After piston retracted totally install new brake pads and reverse procedure to install DO NOT MOVE VEHICLE UNTIL BRAKE IS PUMPED TO RESET PADS TO CALIPER
Brake pads on a 1997 Toyota Celica are changed by removing the wheels, unbolting the calipers, and removing the old pads from the calipers. The caliper piston must be pushed in before the new pads can be installed.
Remove wheels Re-install 2 lug nuts to hold rotor in place Remove caliper mounting bolts Slide caliper off rotor Fully retract piston into caliper body usuing a "C" clamp Replace pads inner and outer Re-Install caliper pump brake pedal to set pads against rotor prior to moving vehicle
replace front brake discs and pads.
Remove wheelsRe-Install 2 lug nuts to hold rotor in placeRemove caliper mounting boltsSlide caliper off rotorUse a "C" clamp to retract piston fully into caliper bodyReplace pads inner and outerreplace caliperPUMP BRAKE PEDAL TO SET PADS AGAINST ROTOR PRIOR TO MOVING VEHICLE