Replace brake fluid - AP42.00-P-4280GZ
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MODEL 164, 166, 292
Shown in model 292
Shown in model 164
| 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 starting the engine, actuate brake pedal several times until pressure is built up and maintained in the brake system. | AS42.50-Z-0002-01A | |
| Risk of poisoning from swallowing brake fluid. Risk of injury from skin and eye contact with brake fluid | 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 | |
| Risk of injury . Skin or eye injuries may result when handling hot or glowing objects. | Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary. | AS00.00-Z-0002-01A | |
| Notes on repairs to brake system | AH42.00-P-0003-01A | ||
| Brake fluid notes | AH42.50-P-0001-01A | ||
| Remove | |||
| 1 | Remove cover over left suspension strut tower (3) | Model 166, 292 | |
| Clean | |||
| 2 | Clean area surrounding cap (2) and expansion reservoir (1) | ||
| Remove | |||
| 3 | Unscrew cap (2) | ||
| 4 | Suction off brake fluid from the expansion reservoir (1) | ||
| 5 | Add new brake fluid up to the Max. marking in the expansion reservoir (1) | ||
| 6 | Connect filling and bleeding unit (01) to expansion reservoir (1) and switch on | ||
| Change fluid | |||
| 7 | Lift vehicle on vehicle lift | ||
| AR00.60-P-1000GZ | |||
| 8 | Replace brake fluid | ||
| General brake fluid | DOT 4. See GENERAL BRAKE FLUID (https://bevo.mercedes-benz.com/index.php?language_id=1) | ||
| Brake fluids (DOT 4 plus) | MB 331.0 brake fluid A 000 989 08 07 | ||
| *BA42.10-P-1001-10L | |||
New brake fluid must escape without any bubbles via the bleed hose: ↓ Bleed the system. |
*BA42.10-P-1001-12L | ||
| Model 164 | AR42.10-P-0010GZ | ||
| Model 166, 292 | AR42.10-P-0010-02EW | ||
| Check | |||
| 9 | Check brake system for leaks | ||
| Install | |||
| 10 | Lower vehicle with lifting platform | ||
| 11 | Connect filling and bleeding unit | ||
| 12 | Screw on cap (2) | ||
| Check | |||
| 13 | Check fluid level in expansion reservoir (10) | AP42.10-P-4210GZ |
FRONT AXLE BRAKE CALIPER
| Number | Designation | Model 164 (except 164.177) | Model 164.177 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA42.10-P-1001-10L | Bleed screw at brake caliper | Nm | 18 | 18 |
FRONT AXLE BRAKE CALIPER
| Number | Designation | Model 166 | Model 292 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA42.10-P-1001-10L | Bleed screw at brake caliper | Nm | 16 | 16 |
REAR AXLE BRAKE CALIPER
| Number | Designation | Model 164 | Model 166 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA42.10-P-1001-12L | Bleed screw to brake caliper | Nm | 7 | 11 |
REAR AXLE BRAKE CALIPER
| Number | Designation | Model 292 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA42.10-P-1001-12L | Bleed screw to brake caliper | Nm | 11 |