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chimchim · 01-21-06, 09:53 PM

12) Because the old pads are most likely thinner than the new ones, the piston will probably need to be pressed inwards in order to widen the caliper enough to accomodate the new pads. I used a big C clamp to push it in maybe 3mm. After compressing, I greased up the ring edge of the piston.

I highlighted the piston cylinder.

(Looking back, I probably should have used a piece of wood between the clamp the piston for protection and more even compression).

13) Flip the caliper back down, replace and tighten the 12mm caliper bolt. Replace the wheel and pump the brakes to rebuild the pressure. Follow proper brake in procedure (not part of this DIY).

I covered my brake fluid resevoir with a rag, but with the small movement of the piston, no fluid leaked out.

Let me know if you like this DIY and if it's useful.

01-21-06, 09:53 PM	#4
chimchim WRX cuz Honda won't wagon Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 1,724	12) Because the old pads are most likely thinner than the new ones, the piston will probably need to be pressed inwards in order to widen the caliper enough to accomodate the new pads. I used a big C clamp to push it in maybe 3mm. After compressing, I greased up the ring edge of the piston. I highlighted the piston cylinder. (Looking back, I probably should have used a piece of wood between the clamp the piston for protection and more even compression). 13) Flip the caliper back down, replace and tighten the 12mm caliper bolt. Replace the wheel and pump the brakes to rebuild the pressure. Follow proper brake in procedure (not part of this DIY). I covered my brake fluid resevoir with a rag, but with the small movement of the piston, no fluid leaked out. Let me know if you like this DIY and if it's useful. __________________ Zooming around in a 2006 WRX wagon, because Honda thinks my sport compact wagon niche isn't worth it. (Fit doesn't fit the sport) Loved my 1997 Honda Civic EX sedan 5sp, now sold.