Help with rear brakes, what am I doing wrong? Options

[Kevin@ojai.net]

So, a few minutes ago I tried replacing my rear brake pads with out success. I was unable to retract the pistons far enough into the calipers to fit the new pads in. All I did during my failed attempt was remove the old pads, then pry against the pistons. This process has worked for me on other vehicles, but I had almost no luck on the 914. I was able to retract the pistons a little, but not nearly enough to get the new pads installed. What am I forgetting to do? What am I doing wrong?


-Kevin

[davep]

Okay, but remember, you cannot force the piston back, you must use the adjuster. In the last 10 years I never seen the adjuster cap come off without a fight in a bench vise. Also, never use a tool on the pistons. I've seen Vise-grip marks on some sides and missing faces on others. That means a scrap caliper and very big bucks. If you don't know what you are doing, send it to someone who does.