Do you need the special Mistu tool MB990520 to replace the pads? In the manual, it states that the tool is used to push back the piston.

On most cars that I have done brake on I can either push the piston by hand or with a C-clamp.

Anybody have experience with a pad swap on the EVO? I need to know for an upcoming track day.

Thanks

 

I'd like an answer to this question as well...

Anybody?

 

I haven't swapped pads on my 8 yet, but when I used to have a 5 I swapped them without any special tools. I imagine you'll be completely fine.

- Robert

 

Did not do it on the EVO yet, but I have done it on many other cars and calipers. I don't see why you would need anything special for the fronts.

For the rear, it may require a turn and push like the VW's and the a specialty tool helps but not necessary. I manage to do it with vicegrips and c-clamp combo.

 

I just replaced all of my stock pads with Carbotech Bobcats. I was able to compress all of the pistons by hand; both front and rear, inside and outside. Some of them took a bit of effort. One trick is to losen the bleeder screw slightly (with a hose to a jar) before compressing the piston. That prevents you from trying to push brake fluid all the way back up the system.