2001 Nissan Maxima Brake cylinder compression

2001 NISSAN MAXIMA
150,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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SCOTTMHANSON
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I have replaced my pads with no problems. Now my callipers wont fit over the new pads. I was told you have to compress it with a C clamp with a piece of wood so you do not scar the cylinder. That did not work. I found out that some makes you have to turn the cylinder counter clockwise until it bottoms out. The cylinder does turn slightly, but the boot does not so I stopped and turned it back to its original positiion so as not to cause any damage to the boot. Question is what can I do to push the cylinder back to its original position so it will fit over the new pads?

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Scott
May 20, 2009 at 2:50 PM
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RASMATAZ
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When you're compressing or turning it-Did you open up the bleeder screw to release some pressure??
May 20, 2009 at 4:11 PM
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SCOTTMHANSON
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no i did not. not sure where this is at and wouldnt you have to bleed the brake lines when you are done?

as a follow up, my nieghbor has the tool to turn the cylinder but he was not sure if it should be turned clockwise or counter clockwise. he gave me the tool and said I should research if there is anything I have to do for the emergency brake. and how much should I turn it till it starts to recess.

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Scott
May 20, 2009 at 4:39 PM
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