This kit is designed to be used on almost all makes of vehicles. The first thing you want to do is check that the brake caliper wind back tool is compatible with your vehicle. Some models come with a list of vehicles that the tool can be used with, while others, like the EWK Pneumatic Rear Disc Brake Caliper Tool Set, Piece, come with a complete set of adapters that work on most vehicles, including both foreign and domestic. Next, you want to make sure the set is designed to last by examining its construction.
Finally, check to see if the brake caliper wind back tool set has any added features that make replacing the brake pads easier. There are models that include a pair of complimentary rubber gloves. That means you can use it on both the right- and left-hand threaded pistons. Look for the DWYM seal for products that are the best in the category. Show Contents. Check Price. For the full ranking, see below. Our step-by-step guide will detail exactly what to do, and how to avoid mistakes.
DO NOT use a screwdriver to move the piston. The method to release pressure is to open the bleeder screw, push the piston back into the caliper, then close the bleeder screw.
The method to release pressure of this caliper is similar, but instead of pushing the piston back in, the piston has a screw-like thread and is designed to be rotated clockwise to screw back into the caliper.
You will see the piston slowly rotate back into its caliper. Jack the wheels comfortably off the ground, then place the vehicle securely on jack stands properly rated for your car. With your brakes exposed, remove the bolts holding your brake caliper on.
DO NOT remove the bolt holding your brake hose on, because that will leak brake fluid and let air in. When you remove the bolts, the caliper should slide off without much force. Remove your brake pads from the caliper, but keep them handy.
First, take one of your clear, plastic brake hoses and slide it over the brake caliper bleeder screw. Place the other end of the hose in a glass bottle or jar. This will catch any dirty brake fluid pushed out when the piston is compressed.
Brake fluid is highly caustic, even a small amount can ruin paint, irritate skin, or poison animals and children. Next, find the socket or wrench that fits your caliper bleeder screw. It's has never failed me and i have the same car and laser tool.
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Rear disc brakes are not changed very often, at least not on any of the disc equiped Fiat's I've owned. They hardly do any work and the pads look good even after 10's thousands of miles. Firewarrior Stilo Possee. Joined Jun 21, Messages They hardly do any work and the pads look good even after 10's thousands of miles". Well the point is that most people on the forum are "hands on" kind of people and want to do things themselves if they possibly can.
It's not just the cost by any means, it's the inconvenience of having to find somewhere to do it, dropping the car off, being without car for some time, having to arrange other transport, taking time off work etc- it all adds up. Then there's the taking it back when the pads squeal afterwards just to go though it all again Aimed at the "hands on" forum guys, then turning the 4 hour bloody experiences that some others have had, even damaging and having to replace the whole caliper in one instance I recall is to be avoided Turning the process into an easy 10 minute job is the plan Also, for people viewing the forum in other countries, it may be handy if they have access to engineering shops, to be able to produce similar items themselves from the drawings sings "If i can help somebody Shminkypinky New member.
Looks good Deckchair. I design tools and machinery for a living on 3D cad so if you need any 3D models or engineering drawings producing let me know. Dont mean to patronise you, but obviously don't know if you have access to these facilities although judging by your drawings you know what your doing What material you thinking of making this from Stainless Steel or B1 tool steel or will it need to be that strong?
I too would be interested in one of these tools if its a success! Hi Shminky The engineers i use are used at deciphering drawings on the back of beer mats where so many good ideas are formed as they do a lot of ad hoc stuff for the Universities here too.
Thanks for the offer of CAD drawing, when i go into world wide production then who knows I'll use mild steel for the prototype as it can be made of any thickness really so strength shouldn't be a problem and welding will be easier.
People can push the piston back with their hands so it shouldn't need huge forces I'll proof test it and make sure it's a success before going into mass production. End of the day mate ill always try and help a fellow fiat owner out, and i think what we need is more people like yourself who are coming up with ideas to help others. Fair enough you could go out and buy one from halfrauds or something, but i know who i would rather pay.
Designing your own equipment is a fantastic idea, it encourages me to get involved in mechanics and im sure it does others aswel. Top man. Thanks for your comments Firewarrior I'll be taking some final measurements today and will then be ordering parts. It'll probably take a few weeks to get it all together, then I'll make sure it works as well as planned and then we're ready to roll. Well, things are looking good. Took out the rear caliper on my car today to get some final dimensions and, just as I'd hoped, it'll be easy to use the tool with everything in situ so that's going to save absolutely hours in doing the job.
No need to back off the handbrake, no need to bleed the brakes, almost as quick to change the rear pads as doing the front ones. Sorry for grotty picture but you get the idea I reckon it will take no more than 30mins per side to change the pads with the tool if you're doing it for the first time 20mins 2nd side compared to the hours and days that some people have struggled with it.
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