Brake Caliper Piston Rewind Tool Kit
Using a brake caliper piston wind back tool kit. This handy tool kit has left-handed and right-handed threaded tools and drive keys that fit almost any vehicle with front or rear disc brakes. Note I actually used the wrong key in this video, I should have used the 'stepped key' marked with the number 3. That key sits into the piston and does not rotate as the piston is being pushed in. Here's a link to an updated video showing how to retract both front and rear caliper pistons: • Universal Brake Calipe...
Here's a video showing how to compress a rear caliper piston both with, and without special tools: • Rear Brake Caliper Pis...
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Here's a video showing how to compress a rear caliper piston both with, and without special tools: kzhead.info/sun/ddeSd8dtpaqao58/bejne.html
Simple, direct instruction without any BS. Extremely helpful. Thank you.
You're welcome!
Today i learned something new. I never thought i could use this tool on the front, i always use it on the rear brakes only...
Just bought an 11pc maddox set from harbor freight for $40, Im an entry level technician and ill be moving to brakes by the end of the year at my job. This exactly like the kit I got so i hope im able to do any brakes/rotors without missing any pieces
Usually only a C-clamp pushes back the hydraulic cylinder, A L T H O U G H, on Nissan Altima, the rear disk brakes needed this screwing in motion whilst turning to push the cylindar back. I never would have guessed the secret to push back the cylinder without a good video such as this. Ran, not walked to the Harbor Freight and bought this tool and it worked.
Thanks, this updated video shows it being used on both front and rear calipers: kzhead.info/sun/mq2JlrmxZ4uXdnA/bejne.html
Straightforward instructions no BS. Thanks exactly what I was looking for ❤
Thanks for watching !
This is what an informational video is supposed to be.
And to think I've been using a C-clamp for all these years.
Cheers buddy, kinda forgot how to assemble mine. Your short tutorial was of great help. 👍
No problem 👍
Great little video. Thats exactly how it's done. Andy ~
Diesen Bremskolbenrücksteller benutze ich auch schon lange .Er funktioniert gut
Life saver!
For front brakes that just require pushing it, there is an adapter on the right side of the case that rotates so you do not grind against the piston.
Cheers fella 👍
Great video! Right to the point. Much appreciated.
Thanks for watching !
Excellent and informative video. 🎉Thank you so much‼️
You're welcome, thanks for watching !
Thank you for sharing our tool kit. Would you be interested in discussing further collaboration?
Just picked one of these up and needed a quick heads up on the attachments. Thanks really helpfull video.
Thanks for watching !
Very good work
Thanks ! :)
my 2016 Honda CRV has 2 caliper pistons, so I use the old brake pad to push in both at the same time. Thanks😎
Great tip, thanks ! 👍
Hola que tal gracias tu vídeo me salvó no sabía cómo colocar esa cosa para comprimir el calipers lleva una posición y yo no lo sabía gracias por subir ese vídeo
Thank you very much 👍
If all your pistons are the push only type then save your money and use a C clamp with an old brake pad against the piston. Been using C clamps since 1973.
Lol they haven’t made those in 20 yrs. Go sit down grandpa
@@jeremyhuntington1 just changed my 2018 Lexus ES brakes with a C-clamp
C clamp fine for fronts but back need turning and pushing at same time.
The proper adapter to use for this type of caliper would be the #3 adapter. The #3 adapter does not spin on the caliper piston which could cause it to crack or chip the piston. It also puts less wear on the tool, the caliper and the user.
Thanks, I explained that in the video description 👍
@screwsnutsandbolts Yeah, guess I should read the descriptions more. Lol I really just commented because I know it helps to boost your channel. Keep on Keepin' on!
Thanks for watching, I appreciate it 👍@@tsepash
I have a modification idea to cut the lenght so I can use a socket drill on the socket
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I can use c clamps for these type of piston
thank you
Thanks for watching !
I have the exact same kit (21pz). It gets the job done nicely, but for example the N6 and N7 plate adapter are the exact same, the N3 doesnt have the holes to be atached, so i dont know how to use it. The A plate doesn't fit in the pusher.. If you are in doubt about getting the 18 or 21 just go for the 18. It doesn't worth the extra money, and anyway you will be using only 3 plates.
You're probably right. 3 plates ?.....maybe 2 lol
Are the 2 reactors same?
Back brakes are more difficult as teh handbrake cable does not allow such easy access to the calliper. Also on my estate Mondeo left and and right hand have to be rewound in opposite directions. Clear video thanks
Thanks. This video shows the kit being used on both the front and rear calipers: kzhead.info/sun/mq2JlrmxZ4uXdnA/bejne.html
I should watch this video before damaging my caliper with this tool.
after all the calipers I done pushing as hard as I could on the piston taking hours to do the job, watching this is like wtf lol
lol :)
If you're doing driver and passenger side do you use the same reaction body thus turning in the same direction?
Yes it's the same on both sides. This video shows how to retract both front and rear calipers: kzhead.info/sun/mq2JlrmxZ4uXdnA/bejne.html
@@screwsnutsandbolts I rented one after watching your video, and could not get the piston to move. I ultimately determined it was frozen and replaced the caliper.
@@badtothebone346 That's a pity, hope it wasn't too expensive !
Thanks for your video just got this kit thanks Kevin
Thanks for watching ! :)
It looks like the piston didn't rotate as it went back in?
Gracias 🎉
You're welcome !
Also a little brake Grease around piston
Whoops. Forgot to put back the tension springs........................... Glad I could help.
You can do this job with a C-clamp, the tool is really for a repair shop
How do you know when the piston is all way in ? Thanks for the video
You'll know when you feel the resistance and stops turning. You shouldn't have to use too much force as you push it in
When you hear a moan...
Soo, mine is seized (vw scirocco), I tried with the brake fluid resservoir cap off, tried it with the thing on also (dunno why), I also tried after disconnecting the hand brake cable, I have tried both directions assuming I must've been an idiot, but nothing seems to have worked, it's as stuck as can be and really clamping the pads onto the rotors hard when I "slide" it back on (with force as it's the only option), any ideas..? Getting a little desperate here, did I miss something?
Just to be sure, you are rotating the piston as you push it in ?
Great and really helpfull video, thank you! Can we use your video on our eshop for product categories to help our customers?
Hi you can add a link to the video to your eshop but not re-upload my video on your youtube site. This is actually a better version: kzhead.info/sun/mq2JlrmxZ4uXdnA/bejne.html
@@screwsnutsandbolts Thank you very much! 🙏
Salut comment je peux avoir ce outils de travaille
Is this the 22pc kit? Good demonstration video Thankyou
It is indeed. Thanks for watching
Hi can you tell me how to know if the piston is left hand or right hand type? I bought the kit but I only see 1 handle for right rotation only.
If there's only one handle with a kit it will usually be right handed. Nearly all pistons are rotated clockwise as you reset them. Very few are rotated counterclockwise
I've compressed the piston, but I can't unwind the tool. Damn thing is stuck in my caliper. What am I doing wrong?
Me gusto el video
Thank you !
I followed this guide and after 1st caliper I realized something must be wrong, with that many adapters we should not rub against the caliper itself.. The correct adapter for hollow calipers like shown on video is visible at 1:19 just under right hand. It’s a few layers of different diameter solid circles. This stays inside caliper without spinning, while you spin 2nd adapter inside that one. Sounds maybe more complex that it is..
What u mean bro?
I know something looked off. Hopefully the correct adaptor doesn't rotate on the piston like that. Would it kill them to include a short instruction sheet in the kit! Anyway, thanks for the video I would have never figured out what the reaction plate was for.
My problem is that no adapter fits the adapter you're talking about. The tool does not fit directly either, there is too much play.
Is it best to drain the brake reservoir beforehand?
You could remove some fluid from the reservoir before you begin but don't let the level drop below the minimum line at any stage or you could let air into the system
@@screwsnutsandbolts Always make sure the lid on the brake resevoir is open to let the pressure out when using the tool
Nice piece of kit
Could have explained what the large washer is for with the flat and also when to use left hand thread and how to know. also he could have done a rear caliper which is more technical as it has to turn at the same time. Great video except forfor those things and a lack of talking, never into those silent videos.
BINGO!
EL REPOSICIONADOR DE PISTONES DONDE SE PUEDE COMPRAR Y CUANTO VALE, SALUDOS...
I bought mine on ebay here: www.ebay.ie/itm/UNIVERSAL-NEW-BRAKE-CALIPER-PISTON-REWIND-WIND-BACK-TOOL-KIT-22-34-PIECES-SET/391301943457?hash=item5b1b69d0a1:g:PcwAAOSwGbFfySNx
Okay so how do I push the piston out?? By pumping the brake pedal??
Yes, but don't push it out too far or it can pop out of the caliper
what is that thing that is pop out of the drive key? In some of them are 2, not just one. I guess is for pistons like golf mk5 but I want somebody to confirm. :)
They fit into the slots on rear brake pistons that have to be rotated as they're being pushed back in
it's used on REAR calipers.... you can use them on Front calipers but why.
Mind got stuck it won’t turn anymore what should I do
Rotate the body of the tool clockwise to loosen it and then remove the tool
The drive key you have to use is the #3, the one with no lug on it ! Not the #9 ! Only the #3 will not turn with the screw & scratch the piston edge !
My tool does not fit the #3 plate, there's too much play.
TENGO UN MEGAN PARA CERRAR EL BOMBIN CUAL ES EL DE ROSCAS IZQUIERDAS O DERACHAS UN SALUDO...
Renault Megane ?. It should be right hand thread
Sar hamen yah kit chahie hogi to kaise milegi aap dilva sakte ho humne TRAI Kiya market mein
There's a link in the video description
Buenas tardes donde puedo comprar la herramienta del caliper
I bought this set from Ebay
How to buy ? Where it is available..
I bought this on ebay
Does this work for Kia?
This kit should work for nearly all brake calipers
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Thanks
Why there are two peaces of reactors?
Some rear brake pistons have to be rotated as they're being pushed in. Most are rotated clockwise but some are rotated counterclockwise. There's one reactor with left threads and one with right.
I seem to have mine pushed in. But I cannot unscrew it?
Use a spanner or visegrip to rotate the body of tool clockwise to loosen it. Rotating the bar itself counterclockwise will not loosen it if it's pressed tightly against the piston face
Watch this video at 3:18: kzhead.info/sun/mq2JlrmxZ4uXdnA/bejne.html&t
The reaction body is not spinning
Why a left handed and righthanded tool? Isn't it always clockwise to push the piston back?
Apparently the odd caliper has a counterclockwise thread although I've never come across one.
The rear calipers sometimes have a handbrake mechanism, the pistons in them need to be screwed in. In some cars they are screwed in clockwise and in others counterclockwise. This problem does not apply to front calipers where you simply compress the piston without rotating it. You can use any tool here.
Your useing the wrong attachment u should use the blank one with no pins at all for that type caliper
I explained that in the video description 👍
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Thanks !
I was using this tool so wrongly
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Is it the just the rear caliper that winds in
Yes it's usually only the rear caliper pistons that need to be wound in.
@@screwsnutsandbolts do you have to disconnect the handbrake when you wind it in?
@@Ethankeenan02 No you don't have to disconnect the handbrake cable from the caliper, but make sure the wheels are chocked and the handbrake lever has been released before you wind the piston back.
@@screwsnutsandbolts thanks
@@Ethankeenan02 You're welcome
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c clamp save u money
what am i missing here,,,,,,,,,the video says piston rewind tool, and all i see is this expensive kit to PUSH the piston back ..........you could do that with a C clamp style vise grip.....or any steel plate and a forcing screw..........again please,,,,,,,,,,,,what am i missing.........thanks.
20 bucks for this kit is not expensive and it will do multiple vehicles if they have key style pistons
You can't just push in a rear piston on a caliper (you can on front caliper) as there is a threaded rod connected to the piston that the handbrake uses to twist the piston against the disc (mechanical and electric handbrakes). If you force the piston in, you could strip the thread etc. The piston must be turned in rather than pushed, hence the kit with all the different diameter bits with lugs on that locate in the piston to turn it.
If the piston was all taken out, this tool won't fit in a caliper.
This shit where is for back wheel ?!?!
This video shows the back wheel: kzhead.info/sun/mq2JlrmxZ4uXdnA/bejne.html