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How do you reset the rear brake caliper piston to change the brake pads on 1988 corvette?
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∙ 15y ago
I believe you need a speaical tool that most parts stores sell, it fits into the piston and you can turn it with a ratchet and extension as the calipers acually turn to go in and out like a screw.
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