Rear disk brakes

I have an Acura RSX-S (a Honda). Does anyone know what will be different
about servicing the rear disks pads vs. the fronts. I heard there can be a
tool that turns the pistons in for the emergency brake. Assuming my Acura is
like other Hondas, will I need a special tool, like a spanner to adjust the
piston or is there an adjustment like that on the newer Hondas?

Thanks,

Dave M.

 

The rear caliper "screws" in rather than just compressing it. Some people
use a large flathead screw driver. I found a block at CarQuest (a chain of
auto parts shops located in the North East of the US, maybe elsewhere as
well) that had a different pattern on each side for different cars.

I put this block on a regular ratchet handle (with extension) and use that
to push the caliper piston back in.

Cost of the block-$12.

 

First, I realize my spelling sucks "disk" should be "disc". Second, thanks
for some very usefull information. There is a CarQuest in my area, so I'll
be looking there.

Thanks,

Dave M.

 

You really can just use a large screwdriver. That is what I did.

 

I noticed the block from CarQuest is a two peg spanner on each side. The
screwdriver must be put in a slot. I don't get how the screwdriver works if
there is no slot? Am I looking at the wrong block?

Dave M.

 

Nope, you got the right one.

Many people make do with a screwdriver. For the $12 I find it easier to use
the block.

 

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Dave M.