jamesmartin
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the reason why bleed is slackened to force back pistons is so you dont invert master cylinder seals ,but if piston pressed back slow and steady you shouldnt hurt seals ,thats how i do it as unless necessary it can be a whole new can of worms if bleed nipple rounds off
Just replaced the rear pads on my FL2. I have attached the instructions that came with the original Land Rover pads (TRW).
I did not bleed the brake fluid and the pistons pushed back very easily with a large G-clamp. No special tools needed, just a 13mm and 15mm spanner.
I did not bleed the brake fluid and the pistons pushed back very easily with a large G-clamp. No special tools needed, just a 13mm and 15mm spanner.
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Nodge68
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Well done. I'm not a fan of pushing the fluid back into the system as there is a risk of damage to the ABS module. But if you take it slow it should be ok.
Irishrover
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If the brake fluid level is just below the MAX level, chances are it will not spill over because if the fluid was topped up when the brake pads/shoes were last renewed it should return to the same level when you replace them-or slightly lower if only changing the fronts or rears.
I always use a "G" clamp and wind the pistons in slowly...been doing it for donkeys years and never had a problem.
An empty, clean washing up bottle with a tube attached, or a bicycle pump is a godsend for removing fluid from the master cyl. Another option is to ask your local junkie for a syringe or you can get them from any chemist over the counter in various sizes for pennies.
I always use a "G" clamp and wind the pistons in slowly...been doing it for donkeys years and never had a problem.
An empty, clean washing up bottle with a tube attached, or a bicycle pump is a godsend for removing fluid from the master cyl. Another option is to ask your local junkie for a syringe or you can get them from any chemist over the counter in various sizes for pennies.
