Caliper Retraction Tool

[WesleyP]

Just been to buy a Caliper Retraction tool for doing the pads/discs on my Passat (2001 1.9 TDI) but was asked if it was a left hand or right hand threaded caliper? I didn't realise there was a difference when I have seenb these tools on sale elsewhere?

[passat 130 tdi]

they both screw in clockwise.

[tornadored7]

Hi,

Is this the same as a Brake Piston Rewind Tool, i.e. ;

Laser 1314: Brake Caliper Piston Re-wind Tool Set

(BTW, I am not sponsored by Laser Tools )

TR7

[caldirun]

Just been to buy a Caliper Retraction tool for doing the pads/discs on my Passat (2001 1.9 TDI) but was asked if it was a left hand or right hand threaded caliper? I didn't realise there was a difference when I have seenb these tools on sale elsewhere?

Why? cant you find your long-nose pliers?

[adamss24]

A big G clamp works just as well and it only costs a fiver at any hardware shop !

[passat 130 tdi]

A big G clamp works just as well and it only costs a fiver at any hardware shop !

whats a g-clamp going to do other than smash the worm inside the caliper ?

these pistons need screwing back in ,and not forced in using pressure .

long nose pliers do work if you can push at the same time as turn , i used them to do my calipers but found it really difficult and awkward on the vw caliper , even with the bleed nipple cracked open the piston was really stubborn , if you intend keeping the car for a good few years invest in the proper tools.

[snapdragon]

Just get the proper tool, don't crush them with a G-clamp!
Remember when using the tool, it is a WINDING tool, not a VICE, it is an easy mistake that many people make and they preload the tool with lots of clamping force and wonder why it is so stiff to turn!

[adamss24]

A big G clamp works just as well and it only costs a fiver at any hardware shop !

Trust me mate, i do a dozen of these every week and i never used another tool other than a G clamp ! In this country every little job needs its own "special" tool and "specialist" !?! What the f*** ? No wonder servicing the car nowadays cost a fortune !

[passat 130 tdi]

Trust me mate, i do a dozen of these every week and i never used another tool other than a G clamp ! In this country every little job needs its own "special" tool and "specialist" !?! What the f*** ? No wonder servicing the car nowadays cost a fortune !

you are the tool in this thread mate - pistons that need returning to state of origin like those on the passat cannot be simply pushed back , brakes with abs have calipers on the rears as opposed to drum brakes the piston turns on a worm type screw as the hand brake is applied and also self adjusts when the pads wear. what you suggest is incorrect advice to many diy ers out there and will end up costing them a new caliper if they use a g-clamp . ADVISE LIKE THIS IS INCORRECT AND SHOULD WARRANT A FORUM WARNING.

[snapdragon]

I agree, how can you push something threaded back without stripping the threads? That's why I don't go to these garages as they all too often do dumb things like this and act all innocent afterwards. Also, the thread rake of the tool is the same as the thread inside the caliper, otherwise it would bind up.