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2002 Volkswagen Beetle rear brakes
2002 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
153,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
02BEETLE
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how do i get the rear cylinders to recess so i can replace brake pads? a standard c-clamp isnt working.
Nov 28, 2009 at 8:51 AM
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the piston needs to be rotated clockwise to retract it into the housing
Jan 15, 2010 at 6:12 AM
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