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Rear brake caliper push

Tiny
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  • 2007 FORD MUSTANG
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I have the right tool for it, never done it on these cars. Isn't it simply turn the handle then tighten the 22-inch part and keep doing it till it pushes in? It twists but the caliper isn't retracting.
Friday, December 24th, 2021 AT 2:49 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

Make sure that the brake fluid reservoir cap is off.

As for the caliper, unless it is seized or has a collapsed brake hose, it will go in after several turns of the tool. It does retract slowly.

I have attached a picture showing the orientation of the tool and the caliper.

Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.
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Friday, December 24th, 2021 AT 6:31 PM
Tiny
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Yes, brake reservoir cap is off. It finally retracted.
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Friday, December 24th, 2021 AT 6:42 PM
Tiny
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Great. It typically takes several turns before it starts to move. Glad it is done.
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Friday, December 24th, 2021 AT 6:44 PM

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