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

MODEL 251 

Fig 1: Identifying Stepped Tandem Master Brake Cylinder Remove/Install Components (1 Of 2)
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Fig 2: Identifying Stepped Tandem Master Brake Cylinder Remove/Install Components (2 Of 2)
G10121004Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
MODIFICATION NOTES

1.9.10 "Perform brake test on test bench" reference changed Test sequence augmented/revised
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
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 All models AH42.50-P-0001-01A
NOTES Notes on repairs to brake system All models AH42.00-P-0003-01A
NOTES Notes on externally invisible brake fluid loss   AH42.10-P-9406-02RT
1 Release vacuum in BAS brake booster IMPORTANT To do this, press the brake pedal several times with the engine switched off.  
2 Open engine hood and raise to vertical position   AR88.40-P-1000RT
3 Remove partition wall between wheel well liners (1)   AR62.30-P-2400RT
4 Remove bolts (2)    
5 Remove bracket (3)    
6 Unclip water drain pipe (4) INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Pay attention to correct seat of water drain pipe (4).  
7 Remove bolt (5)    
8 Remove screw (6)    
9 Unscrew nuts (7)    
10 Lift up cover (8)    
11 Remove bracket (9)    
12 Unscrew union nut of pressure circuit brake line (10) and union nut of secondary brake circuit brake line (11) from stepped tandem brake master cylinder (13) IMPORTANTRisk of confusion!  Before unscrewing, mark the brake line in relation to the appropriate connection.
NOTES Seal connections with stop plug in order to prevent brake fluid from escaping.
 
TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA42.10-P-1003-14A 
SPECIAL TOOL Box wrench bit Fig 4
SPECIAL TOOL Set of stop plugs Figure
13 Unscrew nuts (12) from stepped tandem brake master cylinder (13) IMPORTANT Check stepped tandem brake master cylinder (13) for leaks at the rear of the primary piston.  
TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA42.10-P-1001-05I 
14 Pull stepped tandem brake master cylinder (13) off threaded studs and turn to the side NOTES Do not tilt stepped tandem brake master cylinder (13), but pull out from the front otherwise the thrust rod no longer makes axial contact and can break free of the retaining lugs at the master control unit.  
15 Separate electrical connector (14) from ESP brake pressure sensor (B34)    
16 Remove stepped tandem master brake cylinder (13) INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Install new O-ring (20).  
17 Remove screw (15) TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA42.10-P-1003-05I 
18 Pull brake fluid reservoir (16) out of the stepped tandem brake master cylinder (13) INSTALLATION NOTES Check reservoir plug (19) and replace if necessary to avoid leaks.  
19 Remove bolts (17) TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA42.10-P-1002-05I 
20 Remove effect reversal plate (18)    
21 Remove ESP brake pressure sensor (B34) TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA42.45-P-1001-01K 
22 Install in the reverse order    
23 Bleed brake system   AR42.10-P-0010RT 
INSPECT Checking     
DANGER Risk of accident  caused by vehicle starting off by itself when engine is running. Risk of injury  caused by contusions and burns during starting procedure or when working near the engine as it is running Secure vehicle to prevent it from moving by itself.
Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes.
Do not touch hot or rotating parts.
AS00.00-Z-0005-01A
24 Check brake system for leaks AR42.10-P-0100-01RT
DANGER Risk of death  caused by limbs being caught  or crushed  by rotating parts when performing tests on the brake test stand Never leave the vehicle unattended on the rollers except in an emergency. Ensure that no one is under the vehicle or near rotating parts during testing. In case of emergency, use the EMERGENCY STOP switch to shut down test stand. AS42.00-Z-0001-01A
25 Carry out brake test on the test stand AP42.00-P-4290BA 
MASTER BRAKE CYLINDER

Number Designation Model 251
BA42.10-P-1001-05I Nut, brake master cylinder to brake booster Nm 25
BA42.10-P-1002-05I Bolt, impact deflector plate to master brake cylinder Nm 14
BA42.10-P-1003-05I Bolt, brake fluid reservoir to master brake cylinder Nm 4
BRAKE HOSES, BRAKE LINES

Number Designation Model 251
BA42.10-P-1003-14A Brake pipe to master brake cylinder Nm 18
ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP)

Number Designation Model 251
BA42.45-P-1001-01K Brake pressure sensor to master brake cylinder Nm 35
Fig 3: Identifying Set Of Stop Plugs (129 589 00 91 00)
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Fig 4: Identifying Box Wrench Bit (140 589 00 03 00)
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