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Originally Posted by Duke2.6
The easiest way to push the pad back is to attach a hose to the bleeder valve routed to a container and open the valve while you push the piston back, which will push the excess fluid through the the valve and into the container rather than pushing it back into the reservoir, which could overflow if it is already full.
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This is not usually recommended since you should not have to top up the brake fluid reservoir if all components are working. by opening the system at the back end (esp. if experience is an issue) there is the potential for one to accidentally introduce air into the lines requiring a brake system bleed.
if brake fluid overflow @ the reservoir is a concern, some rags and a dedicated syringe or bulb style baster is easier than fiddling with the bleed valve.