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How do I depress a stuck brake piston. Using a c-clamp is not working.?
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∙ 14y ago
If it's stuck that bad replace it with a new or rebuilt one.
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How do you get the piston back in the caliper on the rear of a 2002 Cougar you've tried the Cclamp route but its not going in either side?
did you try to loosen the bleeder screw before using the c clamps You have to turn the piston clockwise in order for it to go back into the caliper.
What is a solenoid pump?
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How do you compress rear calipers on a 1995 Maxima?
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what piston method involves alignment using a clear perspex template?
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How do you unseize a piston from the cylinder wall on a Yamaha Atv?
Remove the head and disconnect the connecting rod. Spray a liberal amount of penetrating oil on top of the piston and let it sit for several hours. Using a piece of wood and a hammer, tap the top of the piston until it is free.
How do you depress rear brake cylinder on a 91 Honda DX It's out and won't go back in. i bleed it but its still in the braking position and i can't get my drum back on.?
Hydraulic brake cylinders work (or not) pretty much the same on every vehicle. If the piston refuses to go back into the cylinder, it can only be for a couple of reasons: the cylinder is dirty....or the piston is dirty.....or the piston is going in cock-eyed. Fully remove the piston, being careful not to damage any of the delicate seals or surfaces. Look for nicks or scores on both the piston and the cylinder walls. Buff any imperfections VERY gently with the finest emery cloth you can find (like, 600 grit) and wet it with brake fluid first. Wipe clean, wet down the piston with fresh fluid and try once more to insert it as "dead straight" as you can. It should go in. If that fails, put the tiniest amount of chamfer/camber on the leading edge of the piston (using the fine paper), rinse off again and try to insert once more. If that doesn't work, head for the wreckers and pick up a 'recycled' cylinder complete with piston and use that. Good luck!
