New caliper pin boots won't go into the groove.

Make sure the bushing is nice and warm and flexible. If the caliper is off the car, secure it in a vise. Ask a helper to push down on the opposite side to hold it in place.
 
Not a bushing but a rubber boot.

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Sorry, I meant boot. Can you pinch it into a "U" shape and push it in?
Since it's aftermarket, it is also possible it just doesn't fit.
You can run without a boot temporarily if you need to get on the road. Use plenty of brake grease on the pin and order OEM boot or an aftermarket loaded caliper.
 
Sorry, I meant boot. Can you pinch it into a "U" shape and push it in?
Since it's aftermarket, it is also possible it just doesn't fit.
You can run without a boot temporarily if you need to get on the road. Use plenty of brake grease on the pin and order OEM boot or an aftermarket loaded caliper.
Yes aftermarket junk. Only available OEM in a $40 caliper kit. Forget this. Greased the pin real good and put it back together without having it in the grove. The boot is tight against the caliper bracket so nothing getting inside anyway.
 
I had the same problem with aftermarket pin boots from either CarQuest or Napa (can't recall which) years ago for my 2007 Honda Odyssey. Wound up going to the dealer parts counter for them. Back in the good'ol cheap days...
 
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