1987 Acura Legend

1987 ACURA LEGEND
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LOSTONE1960
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1987 Acura Legend
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I have an 1987 acura legend that i am trying to replace the rear brake pads on but I can't get the piston in the caliper to open. When I move the parking brake the piston moves slightly. Is there something I need to do so the piston will move when I put a c-clamp on to open it? Thanks
Aug 21, 2008 at 2:24 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi lostone1960,

A G-clamp would not work.

You need to twist/turn the piston clockwise with a little pressure to get it in.
Aug 27, 2008 at 8:52 AM
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