The good news is, that a universal brake caliper piston tool kit can be bought for as little as $25. ... At this point, I could remove the old brake pads. Bradley Ford.

Once the piston is pushed back to your liking, loosen the lever and then loosen the rear bolt and remove the unit from the caliper. Proceed with the rest of the brake job. All buttoned-up!

Ratcheting brake caliper piston spreaders run pretty cheap, too. They're about $25 for a generic model with one from a name brand like Lang coming in at about $45 .

Step 7: Remove Caliper You can now slide the caliper off the rotor. Rest the caliper on the top rotor (or hang it with a hook ) so it’s not hanging by the weight of the brake line.

Remove the piston seals with a small bladed screwdriver, but be careful not to scratch the caliper bore. Inspect the bore by feeling the inside with your finger. It should be smooth and free of ...