2004 Kia Optima "tools need change front pads" Questions

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...tools do i need to change front brake pads need a torque wrench, 3/8" drive 1/2" drive sockets, large screwdriver, screw in front caliper compressor, jack, jack stands, fluid catcher (pale), wrench ...

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change front brakes on a 2004 kia optima 1. Park on a flat and level surface. Apply the parking brake. Secure the vehicle by wedging something behind the wheels to prevent the vehicle from rolling. 2.

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...tools a C-clamp would be good as for the back your going to need to rent a Brake Caliper Piston Tool that pushes the piston in and turns at the same time. And as for the light on the dash board that ...

...need a special tool to change the rear pads. But I only want to change the front pads. Is this something I can do myself or do I need to take to Audi dealer. I am able to do light mechanic work. The ...

...need any special tools to get pads off and such yes and no, you need a 4 inch or larger C clamp to push the wheel cylinder pistons in, other than that maybe a torx socket, have you ever changed any ...

...tools.com/pics/AMR450L.jpg and in this page is how to use need to turn clockwise and press for compress it ...

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...tools are need to change the pads the front pads are pretty straight forward,just a c clamp is sufficient to press the calibers,make sure the brake fluid reservoir cap is off when you do them..just ...

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tools needed to chang front pads brake pad tool to compress the piston remove the cap from your master cylinder. when piston is pushed in and you need brake fluid.

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change brake pads and I cannot release the old ones...do I need a tool or what? front or back? dics work with screw type piston,suggest release hand brake and screw back pistons by using a screwdriver

...need step by step instructions on how to change them. Remove wheels undo the slide pin bolts or pins which ever applies push calliper piston,s in with special tool or a G clamp fit new pads then ...

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