CTA Tools 1457 Disc Brake Caliper Tool for Mazda, Mini and Volvo

CTA Tools 1457 Disc Brake Caliper Tool for Mazda, Mini and Volvo

• The CTA Tools 1457 Disc Brake Caliper Tool is designed to rotate brake caliper pistons back into the caliper when replacing brake pads on select Mazda, Mini, BMW-related, and Volvo applications. This compact puck-style brake tool is used with 3/8" square drive tools and features pin spacing designed to engage compatible rear disc brake caliper pistons. It is comparable to factory tools 346309 and 346301 and is useful for professional brake service, repair shops, and DIY brake pad replacement.
• Features
  • Disc Brake Caliper Tool – Rotates pistons back into the caliper during brake pad replacement.
  • 3/8" Square Drive – Designed for use with compatible 3/8" square drive tools.
  • Puck-Style Design – Compact tool engages compatible caliper piston slots for rotation.
  • Select Mazda, Mini, and Volvo Applications – Fits listed vehicles including Mini Cooper, Volvo C30 / S40 / V50, and Mazda 3.
  • Factory Tool Comparison – Comparable to factory tools 346309 and 346301.
  • Professional Brake Service Tool – Ideal for rear disc brake service and caliper piston retraction.
• Specifications
  • Manufacturer: CTA Tools
  • Part Number: 1457
  • Product Type: Disc Brake Caliper Tool
  • Drive Size: 3/8" Square Drive
  • Application: Rotates Brake Caliper Pistons Back into Caliper
  • Outside Diameter of Puck: 28.5mm / 1-1/8"
  • Puck Thickness: 13mm / 1/2"
  • Pin Thickness: 4mm / 5/32"
  • Outer Edge Pin Spacing: 24mm / 15/16"
  • Inner Edge Pin Spacing: 16mm / 5/8"
  • Pin Height: 2.5mm / 3/32"
  • Compare To Factory Tool: 346309, 346301
  • Interchange: 346301, 346309, MC560, V450
• Vehicle Applications
  • Mini Cooper, 2002-2012
  • Mini Cooper Countryman, 2011-2012
  • Volvo C30, 2008-2012
  • Volvo S40, 2004-2011
  • Volvo V50, 2005-2011
  • Mazda 3, 2004-2009
• Applications
  • Brake pad replacement
  • Rear disc brake service
  • Brake caliper piston rotation
  • Caliper piston retraction
  • Mazda brake service
  • Mini brake service
  • Volvo brake service
  • Professional automotive repair and maintenance
• The CTA Tools 1457 Disc Brake Caliper Tool is also commonly referred to as a brake caliper piston tool, rear caliper wind-back tool, disc brake piston tool, Mazda caliper tool, Mini Cooper brake tool, Volvo caliper tool, 3/8" drive brake tool, and CTA 1457 brake piston tool.

Q: What is the CTA Tools 1457 used for?
A: It is used to rotate brake caliper pistons back into the caliper when replacing brake pads.

Q: What drive size does this caliper tool use?
A: The CTA Tools 1457 is designed for use with 3/8" square drive tools.

Q: What vehicles is this tool listed for?
A: It is listed for select Mini Cooper, Mini Cooper Countryman, Volvo C30, Volvo S40, Volvo V50, and Mazda 3 applications.

Q: What are the listed interchange numbers?
A: The listed interchange numbers are 346301, 346309, MC560, and V450.