04 V70 brake question

buddyjim · Post by **buddyjim** » 14 Dec 2010, 17:13

Hello,
I'm gong to replace the pads & rotors on all 4 wheels of my wife's 04 V70 2.4. Do I need a special tool to compress the brake piston on the rear brake calipers?

Thanks much!

Post by **confused_al** » 14 Dec 2010, 19:40

You can use a pair of large channel-lock pliers to compress the piston, however, if you have a "Brake Pad and Caliper Service Tool Kit" that will make job a bit easier.

jjaV70T · Post by **jjaV70T** » 17 Dec 2010, 20:37

I use 2 pieces of wood one a wedge shape, channel lock mars the caliper and not professional..imho, remove the master cyl. cap. (if you are replacing the rotor you can wedge it to the piston / rotor side.)

FCPEURO · Post by **FCPEURO** » 18 Dec 2010, 10:25

I always use a C-clap to do this. Works every time.

zooplane · Post by **zooplane** » 23 Dec 2010, 20:15

what about a step by step to change pads and rotors on an 03' v70?