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Installation of the rear brake pads calls for the use of a special tool (according to the service manual), called a Rear Brake Caliper Piston Adjuster. Is this tool really required? Is there something else that can be substituted or can I borrow one from AutoZone, etc...?
yes you need the tool , you can use one at Auto zone . they will bill your credit card for the price of the tool and reimburse you when you bring it back . I did mine about 2 months ago , piece of cake . I also bought so white lithium grease and lubed the pins and inside the boots
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Yes it definitely helps. I bought mine from Harbor Freight for under $20 if I recall correctly.
I also purchased my caliper brake kit from Harbor Freight for $19.99. 1st time you use it, it pays for itself! Plus you can help other friends/family members or charge them, which ever you prefer. =-)
I've never used one, I just use needle nose pliers. There is a groove on each side of the brake piston. Just grab both of those with the pliers and push down and turn, works fine .