I was surprised to find out that my 2002 9-5 had big Torx screws holding the brake calipers. I tried to use a 12 point 5/8 inch socket to remove the screws but it rounded the screw heads. Does anyone know where can I purchase this special socket? Thanks
Torx socket for 2002 9-5 brake caliper
Jul 11, 2007
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A local Autoparts store, Sears if you are in the USA, hardware store, etc. They're not all that uncommon.
For that size they are uncommon. Sears didn't have this size and neither did Pep Boys if that tells you anything...
If a 5/8" fit inside the Torx screw, you likely need a T80 bit (yikes!) Here is one at Amazon:
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and it uses 3/4" drive. I won't shock you with the price, but a T70 socket costs about 10% of what this costs (also at Amazon). Here is the chart I used to determine the size
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I hope this helps. Good luck.
Walt
Network ( snipped-for-privacy@nothere.net) gurgled happily, sounding much like they were saying :
Torx bolts are hardly unusual, and should be widely available.
Thanks for the last link, Walt. According to the table I need an E-20. All I need to do now is find out who has got one. I know Sears doesn't
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Either Pepboys or Autozone sells E sockets.
I'm pretty sure mine is a Sears/Craftsman... from the rack with all the hundreds of individual sockets and drivers on it. But, the local autoparts store will have one too.
Sears has them.
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