How to reset caliper?

Tiny
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How to reset caliper when changing brakes.
Saturday, November 8th, 2008 AT 10:30 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

The brake caliper can be reset using few simple steps.
Locate the brake caliper bleeder screw.
Put a correct size wrench, typically 10mm, over the bleeder valve.
Attach a piece of rubber hose over the bleeder valve draining to a container.
Open the valve.
Put a small pry bar or a large flat head screw driver between the rotor and old caliper and push the caliper piston inwards. This will release fluid in to the container and allow the caliper to go back in to the start position.

Here is a helpful video:

https://youtu.be/j8YwfSKEzZo

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd

I have attached diagrams for your reference.

Please let me know of any questions.

Thank you.
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