In a message dated 3/24/02 10:04:57 AM, debbwa@EARTHLINK.NET writes:

<< I got the job done without the pliers, but it was not easy.  Is there
really
any such thing as these resetting pliars? >>

Deb,

The "resetting" pliers to which you are referring are use to adjust the
angular position of the notches in the caliper piston on the '85 Vanagon.
These notches have to engage the tabs stamped into the anti-squeal plates.
Many different tools can be used or dedicated purpose ones fabricated to do
this task.  A pair of battery terminal pliers should work.

Rich