Bleed brake system - AR42.10-P-0010GG

MODEL 460, 461 

MODEL 463 (except 463.270/271) up to model year 2013 except code 979 (Special protection MB Guard) 

Fig 1: Bleeding Brake System Related Components

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	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/install
1	Unscrew cap (5) of brake fluid reservoir (6) and add new brake fluid up to "MAX" marking
2	Connect filling and bleeding unit on brake fluid reservoir (6) and switch on
	000 588 01 82 00 Filling unit		WS25.00-P-0016B
		Pay attention to manufacturer's operating instructions.
3	Remove front wheel-and-tire assemblies
			AP40.10-P-4050G
4	Carrying out bleeding operation	Model 461.392	AR42.10-P-0010-02SW
		Model 460, 461 (except 461.392)	AR42.10-P-0010-02GG
		Model 463 (except 463.270/271) up to model year 2013 except code 979 (Special protection MB Guard) It is essential to observe the bleeding sequence specified in the linked description. Otherwise the brake system may malfunction!
		Model 460, 461	*BA42.10-P-1001-02B
		Model 463 (except 463.270/271) up to model year 2013 except code 979 (Special protection MB Guard) Bleed screw at front axle fixed brake caliper
		Model 460, 461	*BA42.10-P-1001-08A
		Model 463 (except 463.270/271) up to model year 2013 except code 979 (Special protection MB Guard) Bleed screw to rear axle wheel brake cylinder
5	Install in the reverse order
	Check
	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
6	Press brake pedal several times and check brake system for leaktightness	Model 460, 461	AR42.10-P-0100-01A
		Model 463 (except 463.270/271) up to model year 2013 except code 979 (Special protection MB Guard) Firm resistance should be noticeable at the brake pedal.
7	Correct fluid level in brake fluid reservoir (6)
			AP42.50-P-4210G
8	Check function and effectiveness of brake system