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

MODEL 164 

Shown on model 164.175 with airmatic (air suspension with level adjustment and adaptive damping system ADS), code 489 

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Axle Brake Caliper Components - Shown On Model 164.175
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REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install    
DANGER Risk of death  caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform. Align vehicle between columns of vehicle lift and position four support plates at vehicle lift support points specified by vehicle manufacturer. AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
DANGER Risk of poisoning  caused by swallowing brake fluid. Risk of injury  caused by brake fluid coming into contact with skin and eyes. Only pour brake fluid into suitable and appropriately marked containers. Wear protective clothing and eye protection when handling brake fluid. AS42.50-Z-0001-01A 
NOTES Notes on repairs to brake system All models AH42.00-P-0003-01A 
IMPORTANT Notes on installing brake hoses   AH42.10-P-9406-01GZ 
1 Lift/jack up vehicle   AR00.60-P-1000GZ
2 Remove rear wheels.    
REFER TO MAINTENANCE Remove/install wheels, rotate if necessary   AP40.10-P-4050Z
3 Remove brake pads from floating brake caliper (1)   AR42.10-P-0160GZ 
4 Detach brake hose (2) from floating brake caliper (1) NOTES Seal brake hose (2) immediately with stop plugs. The brake fluid expansion reservoir must not run empty otherwise air gets into the brake system.  
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA42.10-P-1001-04J 
    SPECIAL TOOL Set of stop plugs Figure
5 Remove floating brake caliper (1)    
6 Unscrew bolts (3) and remove floating caliper carrier (4) IMPORTANTInstallation:  Replace the bolts (3).  
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA42.10-P-1002-12L 
7 Install in the reverse order    
8 Bleed brake system   AR42.10-P-0010GZ 
BRAKE LINES, BRAKE HOSES

Number Designation Model 164.1/8
BA42.10-P-1001-04J Brake line to floating brake caliper Nm 22
REAR AXLE BRAKE CALIPER

Number Designation Model 164
BA42.10-P-1002-12L Self-locking bolt, brake caliper to steering knuckle Stage 1 Nm 60
Stage 2 ∠° 45
Fig 2: Identifying Set Of Stop Plugs (129 589 00 91 00)
G05258396Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ OF NORTH AMERICA.