1997 Acura TL Rear Disc Brakes

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RJGILBERT
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Brakes problem
1997 Acura TL V6 Front Wheel Drive Automatic 116000 miles
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I have a 1997 Acura TL3.2 and I need to replace the rear disc brakes. My question is how do I get the piston on the caliper to retract? I have loosened the cap on the master cylinder and tried to use a clamp to get the piston to retract, but it wouldn’t move. Is there some other way to get the piston to move inward?
Dec 6, 2007 at 2:10 AM
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2CARPRO JACK
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Screws in like a bolt.Put a little lube on the boot so it doesnt rip and turn the piston clockwise and it will screw intot the caliper
Dec 6, 2007 at 2:50 AM
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Yep, here is a guide to show you how. You will need a special tool which you can get from the auto parts for for free if you rent it.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-reset-rear-brake-calipers-with-parking-brakes


Please go over this guide and get back to us.
Jul 5, 2024 at 4:30 AM
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