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Is there a trick to compressingthe caliper piston on a 2004 freestar?
Sent to Car Experts August 11 01:48 PM

I have the wheel off ofthe rear and removed the caliper mounting bolts, and tried to compress the piston as I usually do and it wont budge....the pads are not worn excessively so I dont think its stuck...and the Emergency brake is NOT on....

 

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2004 Ford Freestar 4.2L

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Broke a "C" Clamp

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August 11 1:53 PM (5 minutes and 27 seconds later)
         
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Thanks for the question.

Yes there is a tool that you twist and push at the same time. Usually clockwise you have to turn. Here's a pic of a style tool.

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August 11 1:55 PM (1 minute and 10 seconds later)
         
Reply to Fordanswerman's Post: Thank You...Ill have to go get that.....I liked that C clamp.....
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