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Jan 5, 2011 | 11:13 PM

sger

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calipers piston

Hey guys, i m having a problem to push back the piston in my 1998 4 cyl accord coupe,,do we need a special tool ? or can i do it with my regular c clamp....thanks in advance...it s the back calipers.

Jan 6, 2011 | 07:31 AM

JimBlake

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Rear caliper pistons have to be twisted in - because of the handbrake auto-adjust mechanism. Be careful, you may have already damaged it by pushing with the C-clamp.

Jan 6, 2011 | 12:39 PM

WheelBrokerAng

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Picture Of Caliper Kit *

Jim gave you the answer you need'd and here is the Tool Kit you need and you can get it from AutoZone..rent it, use it, take it back and get your rental money back...