Removal (300SD, 380SE & 500 Series)
- Raise vehicle, support with safety stands and remove wheels. Remove upper hex head caliper bolt.
- Pull clip of brake pad wear sensor out of plug (by opening cap on plug). Rotate caliper downward and remove disc pads from carrier. Note condition and location of pads for proper assembly (if reusable).
- Standard front disc brake pad assembly thickness (including lining backing plate) is .69" (17.5 mm). Standard rear pad assembly thickness is .61" (15.5 mm).
- Front backing plate thickness is .18" (4.5 mm). Rear backing plate thickness is .20" (5 mm). Minimum pad thickness is .08" (2 mm).
NOTE:
All self-locking, hex head bolts should only be used once.