on a 08 tl type-s brakes can u just use a clamp to put the brake fluid back in or do we have a computer ABS that will brake if we push the fluid back thru the hose with out bleeding them

 

Whenever you compress the caliper pistons, you should always have the bleeder open. You don't want to shove old fluid back up. I don't know about the ABS.

 

k i just open the cap to the fluid works and you tube answered it like always lol

 

Don't open up the bleeder unless you plan to bleed the brakes. We just suck some fluid out of the reservoir.

 

correct.

 

I see. I didn't realize I was putting some bad info up there. I can't even remember where I learned that, but I've found that most of what I knew has turned out to be wrong since joining AZ. :-P

Why don't you want to open the bleeders? I've always bled my brakes whether it was a pad slap or rotor replacement, so I'm good. But there just seems to be something nasty to me in forcing fluid back up to the reservoir.

 

or you can use a long nose pliers and put some fuel line rubber tube where the long nose is and clam down the brake line. If you don't want do the other way.

 

I disagree. Even on non-abs systems, pushing dirty fluid back can cause problems. One ruined combination valve convinced me. Your way may be quicker and more convenient, but it's not as safe. Check the technician forums or trade publications.

 

If I were you, I would push out old fluid via bleeder AND bleed brakes after changing both pads. You're probably due anyway for new brake fluid and what a convenient time when you have the wheels off and the car on jacks. Just jack up the back before you start the pad change project and you're good.