Learn how to compress the caliper when changing the car front brake pads with expert automotive tips in this free online car maintenance and repair video cli…
How to Replace Front Brake Pads : Compressing Caliper for Brake Pads
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Is that the only way to compress the piston ? Because I can’t get a c clamp
um, brake parts cleaner?
http://vauxhall.carsparefinder.co.uk/VAUXHALL-NOVA-BRAKE-CALIPER.html
Damn, I was starting to freak out that I would have to walk 5 miles to the
O’riellys in town to buy a calipers compressor. Thank you!
Thanks for the tips, I had no idea about the brake fluid traveling back up
and everything, I plan on changing my tC’s brakes tomorrow when its not
pitch black outside like it is now lol
what is the reason if the piston can not be compressed back in the caliper?
The worst thing you can do is let the caliper hang by the flex brake
line… Whoops LMFAO
its not going to ruin the car relax.
Thank you so much for posting this video series… I’m a complete noob when
it comes to changing brakes, but it worked well for me today!
I would never push brake fluid back upstream to the brake master cylinder –
IDEALLY you want to crack open the bleed nipple and expel the excess fluid
while compressing the piston rather than letting dirty fluid go back
upstream. Some ABS pumps, especially in Hondas (ie what is featured in this
video) do not like fluid going in a reverse flow back up the the master
cylinder. Personally myself I would use that chance to pump some fresh
fluid through the system and bleed properly.
Hmm…well that rubber seal that I was supposed to check for rips and
tears…yeah well theres a little hole in it shooting out fluid…what to
do…?
odds are thats the wear indicator making contact with the rotor so its time
to ur pads replaced
lmaoo “ooppss” woww such a great mechanic
This mechanic is making a fundamental mistake. Never allow the brake fluid
to return to the master cylinder. The correct method is expel the fluid
through the caliper’s bleed valve because it contains dirt and debris. In
particular, you don’t want that fluid entering the ABS components! When the
piston is reset into the caliper, close the bleed valve with the correct
torque and refill the master cylinder.
thanks! this tutorial was exactly what i needed.
Mine wont go in! It bent my c-clamp handle thing! Its a 1988 olds delta 88
royale. Any ideas? I tryed lots of times and nothing
be funny if those lines came off when he dropped the caliper
Great video!! Very informative. A++
Agree with te71se. Why force that fluid back upstream. Open the bleed valve
and expel while pushing the piston back in. You might get rid of an air
pocket while at it. Top your reservoir off with fresh fluid.
@jagallahue and one person shouldn’t be talking.
i have never changed breaks before. after watching this video i actually
did it. I know its a small accomplishment for some but for my mechanically
challenged ass it was like putting a man on the moon. thanks for posting
the video.
That’s an awfully nice watch to be wearing while working on your car
YOU ARE AWESOME!!!! thank you for the video!
so are you saying open bleeder valve and while it is open compress piston
and then close valve or should one person open the valve and compress the
piston and then have someone else press the brake pedal and then close
valve not sure if air might get in the lines the first way
what I used to compress my piston is a washer the size of the piston and a
metal clamp. twist the clamp in on the washer and make sure you don’t clamp
onto the rubber hose.
@veryfuck youre an idiot if you started with no knowledge of how to do
this, and didnt learn a thing. epic fail on your part. matter of fact, keep
your bad breaks on so you can get pwned by a peterbilt what is 1 * star?
@AlexiKampftv why does this comment have 23 thumbs up? Am I missing
something?
Never hang the caliper on a brake fluid hose!!!
@psychodelic43 Take brake fluid cap off.
great tip on drop of brake fluid level due to decrease on brake pad
thickness…good job
i wish if there 3D display for the changing process cause that isn`t clear
to see
I wouldnt let this maniac near my car
just what i need it thanks for the info
I wonder that to, have you got an answer?
Thanks mate. Just used this video today to change my brake pads. Thanks for
your help!
mine wasn’t either and i also broke a g clamp, turns out the pressure
wasn’t even enough, if the pressure is applied evenly it goes in quite
nicely 😀
@kai21787 I believe you have to open lid on the brake fulid container
first, then compress the piston back into the caliper to avoid the pressure
buildup and splash…