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Remove/install stepped tandem master brake cylinder - AR42.10-P-0310GH

MODEL 163.113 /128 /136 /154 /157 /172 /174 /175 

1st version 

Fig 1: Identifying 2nd Version - Stepped Tandem Master Brake Cylinder Components
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2nd version 

Fig 2: Identifying 1st Version - Stepped Tandem Master Brake Cylinder Components
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Fig 3: Identifying Stepped Tandem Master Brake Cylinder Components
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REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/Install     
DANGER Risk of poisoning  from swallowing brake fluid. Risk of injury  from skin and eye contact with brake fluid. Pour brake fluid only into suitable and appropriately marked containers. Wear protective clothing and eye protection when handling brake fluid. AS42.50-Z-0001-01A 
NOTES Notes on brake fluid All models AH42.50-P-0001-01A 
NOTES Notes if loss of brake fluid is not visible externally Models 129, 140, 163, 168, 170, 202, 203, 208, 209, 210, 215, 220, 414, 460, 461, 463.200 /204 /206 /207 /208 /209 /220 /221 /224 /225 /227 /228 /230 /231 /232 /233 /240 /241 /244 /245 /247 /248 /249 /250 /254 /300 /304 /307 /308 /309 /320 /321 /322 /323 /324 /325 /327 /328/330/331 /332/333 AH42.10-P-9406-02A 
NOTES Notes on repairs to brake system Model 163 AH42.00-P-0003-01A 
1 Open engine hood and raise to vertical position Model 163.136/154/172 up to VIN A145272, X708318 AR88.40-P-1000GH
    Model 163.136/154/172 as of VIN A145273, X708319, model 163.113/128/174/175 AR88.40-P-1000GI
2.1 Remove engine cover IMPORTANT Model 163.113/128.  
3 Remove fuse and relay module covers IMPORTANT 2 covers. 5 bolts for rear cover. Remove fuse panel.  
4 Unplug connector from reservoir (10)    
5 Disconnect vacuum line (8) from brake booster (16)    
6.1 Disconnect vacuum line, vehicles with diesel engine (8a) and auxiliary line from splash wall. IMPORTANT Model 163.113/128.  
7.1 Detach hose (20) from vacuum pump (21) IMPORTANT If installed.  
8.1 Separate hoses (22) from bracket (23) IMPORTANT Model 163.113/128.  
9 Detach hoses from the side of the fuse and relay module and place on the engine    
10 Unscrew brake lines (5) from tandem master brake cylinder. NOTES Label brake line in relation to appropriate connection before unscrewing to avoid mixing up brake lines and hoses on vehicles with flexible brake hoses. AR42.50-P-0002GH 
    IMPORTANT Seal off connections with plugs.  
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA42.10-P-1003-04A 
    SPECIAL TOOL Fig 4
11.1 Unplug ESP brake pressure sensor 1 (B34/1) and ESP brake pressure sensor 2 (B34/2) connectors. IMPORTANT If installed.
IMPORTANT To disconnect, press the release catch on the underside of the plug.
 
12 Unscrew nuts (19) of tandem master brake cylinder (1) IMPORTANTInstallation:  Install new self-locking nuts.  
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA42.10-P-1001-05A 
13.1 Remove heat shield (1b) IMPORTANT If installed.  
14.1 Remove anti-theft alarm system siren from splash wall IMPORTANT If installed.  
15 Remove tandem master brake cylinder (1) NOTES Do not tilt tandem master brake cylinder but pull it straight out towards the front, otherwise the thrust rod is forced out of its axial position.
IMPORTANTInstallation:  Replace sealing ring (1a).
INSPECT Check master brake cylinder for leaks at rear of primary piston. If leaks are found, replace master brake cylinder.
 
16.1 Detach clutch operator hose, vehicles with manual transmission (10b) from fluid reservoir and plug fitting. IMPORTANT Vehicles with manual transmission.  
17 Remove tandem master brake cylinder (1) and place on workbench    
18 Suction off brake fluid from brake fluid reservoir (10)    
19 Pull the reservoir (10) off the tandem master brake cylinder (1) IMPORTANT Inspect reservoir plug (9) and install new plug if necessary.  
20 Install in the reverse order    
21 Bleed brake system   AR42.10-P-0010GH 
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Brake lines, brake hoses

Number Designation Model 163.113 as of VIN A289565, X754620 163.154 as of VIN A289565 except USA ONLY Model 163.113 to VIN A289564, X754619 163.154 to VIN A289564
BA42.10-P-1003-04A Brake line to master brake cylinder Nm 20 20
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Brake lines, brake hoses

Number Designation Model 163.128/ 172/174/ 175 Model 163.136 Model 163.154/ 157 USA ONLY Model 163.157 except USA ONLY
BA42.10-P-1003-04A Brake line to master brake cylinder Nm 20 20 20 20
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Master brake cylinder

Number Designation Model 163
BA42.10-P-1001-05A Nut, master brake cylinder to brake booster Nm 25
Fig 4: Identifying Box Wrench Bit (140 589 00 03 00)
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