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Remove/install rear axle brake caliper - AR42.10-P-0080GI

MODEL 163.113 #A as of 289565, 163.113 #X as of 754620, 163.128/172/174/175 

MODEL 163.154 #A as of 289565, 163.157 except CODE (494a) USA version 

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Axle Brake Caliper 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 
DANGER Risk of accident  when commissioning the vehicle due to a lack of braking effect when the service brake is operated for the first time after repair work. Before commissioning the vehicle, operate the brake pedal several times until the pressure in the brake system is built up and maintained. AS42.50-Z-0002-01A 
NOTES Notes on brake fluid All models AH42.50-P-0001-01A 
NOTES Notes on repairs to brake system All models AH42.00-P-0003-01A 
NOTES Notes on installing brake hoses Model 163 AH42.10-P-9406-01GH 
1 Remove wheels    
REFER TO MAINTENANCE Remove/install wheels, rotate if necessary   AP40.10-P-4050GH
2 Disconnect brake hose (51) from brake line (5) NOTES Plug connections with plugs to prevent brake fluid running out.  
    IMPORTANT Do not allow brake fluid supply reservoir to run completely empty.  
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA42.10-P-1001-04A 
    SPECIAL TOOL Box wrench bit Figure
3 Disconnect brake hose (51) from fixed caliper (31b) TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA42.10-P-1002-04A 
    SPECIAL TOOL Box wrench Figure
4.1 Unplug contact sensor connector (8) IMPORTANT If installed.  
NOTES Notes on installing contact sensor for brake pad wear indicator MODELS 129, 140, 163, 170, 202, 203, 208, 209, 210, 211, 215, 220, 230, 690.6 AH42.10-P-0003-01A 
5.1 Unscrew left rear brake pad contact sensor (S10/3) IMPORTANT If installed.  
    IMPORTANTInstallation:  Replace self-locking bolt  
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA42.10-P-1003-01A 
6.1 Remove brake pads from fixed caliper IMPORTANT If necessary. AR42.10-P-0161GI 
7 Detach fixed caliper (31b) from wheel carrier IMPORTANTInstallation:  Replace self-locking bolts (35).  
    IMPORTANT Always replace fixed brake calipers on the axle in pairs.  
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA42.10-P-1001-01A 
8 Install in the reverse order    
9 Bleed brake system   AR42.10-P-0010GH 
DANGER Risk of accident  when commissioning the vehicle due to a lack of braking effect when the service brake is operated for the first time after repair work. Before commissioning the vehicle, operate the brake pedal several times until the pressure in the brake system is built up and maintained. AS42.50-Z-0002-01A 
10 Operate brake pedal several times until brake pads make contact with brake discs (firm resistance can be felt).    
11 Check brake system for leaks   AR42.10-P-0100-01A 
TORQUE SPECIFICATION Rear axle fixed caliper

Number Designation Model 163.128/ 157/172/ 174/175 Model 163.113 as of VIN A289565, X754620 163.154 as of VIN A289565
BA42.10-P-1001-01A Self-locking bolt, fixed caliper to wheel carrier Nm 115 115
BA42.10-P-1003-01A Bolt, brake pad wear sensor to fixed caliper Nm 9 9
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-1001-04A Brake line to brake hose Nm 18 18
BA42.10-P-1002-04A Brake hose to fixed or floating caliper Nm 18 18
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-1001-04A Brake line to brake hose Nm 18 18 18 18
BA42.10-P-1002-04A Brake hose to fixed or floating caliper Nm 18 18 18 18
Fig 2: Identifying Box Wrench Bit (000 589 75 03 00)
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Fig 3: Identifying Box Wrench (000 589 76 03 00)
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