I use a "C" clamp to push them back in. Most shadetree mechanics do it this way. It works! For lack of a "C" clamp, a big pair of channel lock pliers will also work.
How do you put rear brakes and pistons back on a 2001 Infinity I30
The brake system was not that secure
There should be no need to bleed the brakes after replacing the rear (or front) brake pads. Make sure you place a rag around the top of the fluid reservoir to catch any excess as you press the pistons back into the caliper body though. If the brake pedal has gone spongy after pad replacement this suggests that the piston seals have failed or the caliper cylinder facess have corroded. On mine the bleed nipples are on the caliper body.
Frozen caliper? if disc brakes Broken or disconnect return spring if drum brakes? Brakes not adjusted properly? Parking brake cable frozen and not releasing?
The torque specs on a 2001 Highlander areÊfor the caliper bolts and the brake line union boltÊon the brakes. The torque specs are, 32 ft. lbs. and 21 ft. lbs.Ê
Front caliper piston seals are gone can get kit for 35 bucks
http://www.carquest.com/techbulletins/brakes/2001/CQB%2001-10.pdf
To replace the brakes on a 2001 Toyota Echo, start by lifting the car and removing the wheel. Next, remove the caliper by unbolting it and then take out the old brake pads. Install the new brake pads and reattach the caliper, ensuring everything is secure. Finally, replace the wheel, lower the car, and pump the brakes a few times to ensure proper function before driving.
To replace the rear caliper on a 2001 Hyundai Tiburon, start by safely lifting the vehicle and removing the rear wheel. Disconnect the brake line from the caliper and unbolt the caliper from its bracket. Remove the old caliper and replace it with the new one, ensuring to reconnect the brake line securely. Finally, reassemble everything, bleed the brakes, and check for leaks before lowering the vehicle.
To change the rear brakes on a 2001 Infiniti I30, start by safely lifting the vehicle and removing the rear wheels. Then, remove the caliper by loosening the caliper bolts, slide it off, and support it without stressing the brake line. Take out the old brake pads and replace them with new ones, ensuring the caliper piston is compressed to accommodate the thicker new pads. Finally, reattach the caliper, put the wheels back on, and lower the vehicle before testing the brakes.
The brake caliper boot seal keeps out dust and dirt. If not replaced it can cause the caliper seal to leak and the brakes to possibly fail. It is simple to replace.
It takes a T55 Torx bit on the front calipers.