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How to fix brakes


Sent to Car Experts July 25, 2006 2:41 p.m.

How do you change the back brakes (pads not disc) on a 1991 Honda Accord. I am unable to use my C-clamp to push the calibur back.

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1991 Honda Accord 3.5L

Already Tried:
I have taken the calibur off and tried to push back the calibur. Also have loosen the bolt which contains brake fluid to relieve pressure.
Customer (name blocked for privacy)
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July 25, 2006 2:46 p.m. (5 minutes and 2 seconds later)
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Are you doing the front or the rear brakes?
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Sent July 25, 2006 2:47 p.m. (1 minute and 17 seconds later)

I am doing the back brakes. I already did the front brakes.

Edited by Customer (name blocked for privacy) on July 25 2006 at 2:52pm
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July 25, 2006 3:59 p.m. (1 hour and 11 minutes later)
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There is a special tool require to push the rear pistons in. The piston must be rotated in, as if your are screwing it in. Most parts stores carry this tool. Let me know if you need a picture of it.
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