Brake pad renewal

I am renewing the pads in my 1999 accord but cannot get the piston to
retract to enable the new (thicker) pads to fit.
Any idea's what to do?

Thanks Richard

 

Either:

- Use a large C-clamp. (The manual says "use a suitable tool.")

- Top off the brake fluid reservoir (to the high mark, that is). Crack open
the bleed valve at the caliper to relieve pressure. Do not let too much
fluid drain. Push the piston in etc. Re-topoff the brake fluid reservoir.

With the second way you run the risk of getting air into the brake system,
and you may have to take some pains to bleed it.

 

Are these the REAR brakes?

If so, then DO NOT Use a C-clamp! They SCREW in (clockwise)!
http://www.tegger.com/hondafaq/Brakes.html#ScrewIt

If it's the fronts, then yes, a C-clamp as Elle suggests will do just fine.

 

Wicked, thanks to you all I was wondering if they might screw!

Richard

 

open the bleed nipple too - makes sure all the old contaminated brake
fluid is expelled.

 

I've always used "C" clamps, with small shims when needed. I have used this
method on American made cars, don't know if the Honda pistons are similar
enough, though.
Regards,
Angus