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Replace brake fluid - AP42.00-P-4280GZ

MODEL 164.1 /8 

Shown on model 164.1 

Fig 1: Identifying Brake Fluid Reservoir And Cap
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Figure item, etc. Work instructions    
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 injury  caused by fingers being pinched or crushed  when removing, installing or aligning hoods, doors, trunk lids, tailgates or sliding roof. Keep body parts and limbs well clear of moving parts. AS00.00-Z-0011-01A
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 Brake fluid notes   AH42.50-P-0001-01A 
NOTES Notes on repairs to brake system   AH42.00-P-0003-01A 
1 Open engine hood and raise to vertical position    
REFER TO BASIC KNOWLEDGE Opening engine hood, moving to upright position and closing   AR88.40-P-1000GZ
2 Unscrew cap (11) from brake fluid reservoir (10)    
3 Pump brake fluid out of the brake fluid reservoir (10)    
4 Pour in new brake fluid up to the "MAX" mark on the brake fluid reservoir (10) FLUID SPECIFICATION Brake fluid *BF42.10-P-1001-01G 
5 Connect brake fluid changing unit to brake fluid reservoir (10) IMPORTANT Follow the operating instructions for the brake fluid changing unit.
Brake fluid changing equipment, see GOTIS
http://gotis.aftersales.daimlerchrysler.com 
 
6 Raise vehicle with lifting platform    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR Lift/jack up vehicle   AR00.60-P-1000GZ
  Replace     
7 Replace brake fluid IMPORTANT The new brake fluid must escape via the bleed hose free of bubbles.  
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR Bleed brake system   AR42.10-P-0010GZ 
    Front axle:  
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bleed screw to brake caliper *BA42.10-P-1001-10L 
    Rear axle  
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION Bleed screw to brake caliper *BA42.10-P-1001-10L 
8 Lower vehicle    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR Lift/jack up vehicle   AR00.60-P-1000GZ
9 Detach brake fluid changing unit from brake fluid reservoir (10) Brake fluid changing equipment, see GOTIS
http://gotis.aftersales.daimlerchrysler.com 
 
10 Correct fluid level in brake fluid reservoir (10) FLUID SPECIFICATION Brake fluid *BF42.10-P-1001-01G 
11 Screw cap (11) onto brake fluid reservoir (10)    
12 Close engine hood    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR Opening engine hood, moving to upright position and closing   AR88.40-P-1000GZ
FRONT AXLE BRAKE CALIPER

Number Designation Model 164 except 164.177 Model 164.177
BA42.10-P-1001-10L Bleed screw to brake caliper Nm 18 18
REAR AXLE BRAKE CALIPER

Number Designation Model 164
BA42.10-P-1001-12L Bleed screw to brake caliper Nm 7
BRAKE FLUID

Number Designation Model 164.1/8
BF42.10-P-1001-01G Brake fluid Filling capacity Liters ≈ 0, 8
Specifications for Operating Fluids Sheet  
BB00.40-P-0330-01A
Sheet  
BB00.40-P-0331-00A