Replace brake hoses - AR42.10-P-0013GZ

MODEL 164

Front axle brake hose

Overview of AIRmatic suspension, shown on model 164.1 with AIRmatic (air suspension with level adjustment and adaptive damping system ADS), code 489

Fig 1: Identifying Front Axle Brake Hose Components

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Rear axle brake hose

Overview of AIRmatic suspension, shown on model 164.1 with AIRmatic (air suspension with level adjustment and adaptive damping system ADS), code 489

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Axle Brake Hose Components

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	Remove/install
	Risk of poisoning caused by swallowing brake fluid. Risk of injury caused by brake fluid coming into contact with skin and eyes.	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
	Risk of death caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform.	Align vehicle between the columns of the lifting platform and position the four support plates at the lifting platform support points specified by the vehicle manufacturer.	AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
	Notes on installing brake hoses		AH42.10-P-9406-01GZ
	Brake fluid notes	All models	AH42.50-P-0001-01A
	Notes on repairs to brake system	All models	AH42.00-P-0003-01A
1	Lift/jack up vehicle		AR00.60-P-1000GZ
2	Remove wheels
	Remove/install wheels, rotate if necessary		AP40.10-P-4050Z
	Clean
3	Clean the area around the brake line (1) and brake hose (2) in the area of the separation points	The area around the separation point should be cleaned thoroughly before opening the brake system. Even the smallest particles of dirt, introduced into the hydraulic components, can lead to malfunctions and a total failure of the SBC brake system.
		LU cleaner	*BR00.45-Z-1028-04A
4	Detach brake line (1) from brake hose (2)	Seal brake line (1) immediately using stop plug. The reservoir must not run empty otherwise air gets into the system. When loosening and tightening the brake line (1) at the brake hose (2) ensure that the bracket (3) is not twisted. Therefore counterhold at the two flats of the brake hose (2) using a fork wrench.
			*BA42.10-P-1002-04J
		Box wrench bit	Fig 3
		Set of stop plugs	Fig 5
5	Unscrew brake hose (2) from floating brake caliper (4)		*BA42.10-P-1001-04J
		Box wrench	Fig 4
6	Detach brake hose (2) from steering knuckle bracket (5)	When removing a brake hose (2) from the front axle. Installation: Installation position must be observed. Installation: Use new cable tie.
		Pliers	Fig 6
7	Detach brake hose (2) from brake hose clip (6)
8	Install in the reverse order	Tighten all union nuts and bolts on the brake hose by hand first. Ensure free of tension assembly of brake line (1) and brake hose (2), then tighten union nuts and bolts.
9	Use water to rinse off any escaped brake fluid.
10	Bleed brake system		AR42.10-P-0010GZ
	Checking
	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
11	Check brake system for leaks		AR42.10-P-0100-01GZ
	Risk of death caused by body parts being pulled in by rotating vehicle wheels and roller dynamometer rollers	Do not insert your hand into rotating parts. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes. Safeguard areas with rotating vehicle parts and dynamometer rollers against unauthorized access. Safeguard roller dynamometer from unauthorized access.	AS00.00-Z-0019-01A
12	Perform a function test
	Brake testing on test stand		AP42.00-P-4290GZ