How do i remove "pins" to rear disc brakes?

Question

This is for a 2001 montero sport, there are 2 pins holding the pads on the caliper...how do i remove them and why dont they make it like the front, without the pins? PLEASE HELP!!

Answer 1

Some are pressed in and some are threaded in. Usually the latter. Sometimes they are frozen or rusted in place. use a torch and a dead blow hammer to knock 'em loose. You might bend or ruin them but they are relatively cheap at the local parts shop. When re-installing remember to lube them liberally to avoid the problem in future.

Answer 2

Needle nose pliers and a steady hand also remember the Assembly or you will have trouble getting it back together, take notes no joke.