2005 Honda Civic Caliper does not Fit over new brake pads.

Tiny
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  • 2005 HONDA CIVIC
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I recently attempted to install new brake pads on my 2005 Honda Civic Ex, and the calipers did not slip over the pads properly. The pistons were properly compressed, the brake pads are the correct type, but the caliper got caught up on the pads before they even reached the piston. There is some slight rust build-up on the calipers, but I don't believe that that is the issue.
Tuesday, October 21st, 2008 AT 11:46 AM

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Tiny
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Hi Timpop,

Thank you for the donation.

Are the slider bolts stiff? The caliper must be able to slide freely in and out.


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Tuesday, March 16th, 2021 AT 11:03 AM
Tiny
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I assume that the slider bolts are what the caliper is attached to. If that's the case, then no, the slider bolts are not stiff. I was able to slide the calipers to a centralized position with the brake pads.

Something worth noting is that with sufficient hammering of the calipers I may be able to get them over the pads. I don't believe that that's how it should work though. Not to mention that it has the tendency to knock the shim pads out of place.
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Tuesday, March 16th, 2021 AT 11:03 AM
Tiny
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Hi Timpop,

Based on what you described, either the pads are too thick or not seated fully or the pistons are not pushed fully back, there should be a little more movement available.
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Tuesday, March 16th, 2021 AT 11:03 AM

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