I have a few questions concerning brake maintenance. I have a 1996 Accord EX coupe 2.2L, with ABS. I am in the midst of replacing the rear brake pads and rotors. I have the Chilton's manual for this model and year, but the steps concerning the re-positioning of the caliper piston are somewhat lacking in detail. Am I supposed to compress the piston with a C-clamp, or is the piston supposed to be turned, and if so, in which direction? This is my first car with ABS, so will compressing the piston affect the ABS system in any way, and are there additional steps to be followed? Also, what affect does compressing the piston have on the parking brake, and will this need re-adjusting?

I appreciate any and all advice and/or steps to follow on resolving this issue. Thanks.

Mike