Front Brake Problem, Help

[x-C00KIE-x]

Hey guys replacing front brake pads, and I can't seem to get the pistons back in, I'm using multigrips to press them back in but there not moving??? Any help would be appreciated!!!

[GTSBoy]

Don't use multigrips. Use a G-clamp or similar. Use a spreader plate across the pistons to try to get them both at the same time and even up the pressure. Also, take the lid off the master reservoir and suck out some fluid before you push it out.

If you simply cannot do it, they might be seized. Or you might have tipped one in the bore already and seized it yourself. You might then need to take them to a brake workshop where they're probably better equipped to get them apart.

[zoomzoom]

Is the bleeder open?

[Kane_R32]

You can also use the old pads to apply the pressure evenly

[kingtube69]

Use an old pad and G clamp it should go back in. Make sure you open the cap on the BMC

[Ben C34]

One more time.

Open lid.

Push back with old pad.

[niZmO_Man]

Does anyone use a brake piston spreader? I don't like scratching the calipers with the g-clamp+old pad method (rag over the caliper helps).

[Scott Black]

i sometimes use a spreader at work, yet if you get one lubricate the threads often as if you dont after a few uses the thread will be stuffed

[Dale FZ1]

See post #3 from zoomzoom.

Crack the bleed nipple. Slip on a tube and collect the fluid that will be displaced when you push the pistons back. (makes for less mess to clean up later)

Lift the piston dust seals and spray a bit of brake assembly fluid under them. It's good slippery stuff that doesn't go away, and helps prolong the life of the seals too.

Use a couple of wide bladed drivers or even a couple of inch wide wood chisels between the pad and rotor, and work the pistons evenly back into the caliper.

Remove the retaining clips and pins from the caliper. Install new pads and bleed brakes. (if you've got old pads that need replacing, your old fluid will have wanted purging too)

Face or replace rotors as necessary.