Remove/Check/Install Front Axle Brake Pads - AR42.10-P-1610RGA

Model 190 

with code B07 (AMG - ceramic brake system) 

Shown on the right-hand side 

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

	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 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
	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  caused by scraping or cutting body parts on sharp vehicle parts	Always wear protective gloves when working on or near sharp and non-deburred vehicle parts. Deburr repair panels.	AS00.00-Z-0017-01A
Notice	Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge		AH54.00-P-0001-01A
Notice	Notes on handling, transport and storage of composite brake disks		AH42.10-P-9406-12LF
Notice	Brake fluid notes		AH42.50-P-0001-01A
Notice	Notes on externally invisible brake fluid loss		AH42.10-P-9406-02A
Notice	Notes on handling, transport and storage of ceramic brake disks		AH42.10-P-9406-13A
Notice	Notes on repairs to brake system		AH42.00-P-0003-01A
	Notes on safety-relevant components		AH00.00-Z-0019-01A
	Notes on repair work on suspension components		AH00.00-P-0100-01A
	Notes on installing brake wear indicator contact sensors		AH42.10-P-0003-01RG
	Remove
1	Remove brake caliper (1) with connected brake hose from front axle.		AR42.10-P-0070RGA
2	Fasten brake caliper (1) at vehicle free of tension.	Do not stretch, crush or kink the brake hoses and brake lines. This leads to damage to the brake hoses and brake lines, and it can impair their function.
		Do not damage paint of brake caliper (1).
3	Remove brake linings (2) from brake caliper (1).	Dispose of brake linings (2) as special waste. The local authorities can provide information regarding whether disposal is also permitted as industrial waste similar to domestic waste.
		Do not release or remove screw bolts (4). Press the brake linings (2) against the force of the retaining springs (3) of the screw bolts (4).
		Only sets of brake linings (2) approved by Daimler AG may be installed.
4	Pull right front brake lining wear sensor (S10/2) out of backing plate of brake linings (2) then release and disconnect from the electrical connection for the right front brake lining wear sensor (S10/2x1).	Only when replacing the brake linings (2) or when the right front brakepad wear sensor (S10/2) is defective.
	Check
5	Check brake caliper (1) for leak tightness and dust boots for damage.	If there is a problem, ↓ replace brake caliper (1).	AR42.10-P-0070RGA
6	Check brake linings (2) for condition and wear.
		If there is a problem, ↓ Replace brake linings (2).	AP42.10-P-4252A
7	Check brake disks for condition and wear.		AR42.10-P-0120RG
		Only brake disks approved by Mercedes-Benz may be installed.
		If there is a problem, ↓ replace corresponding brake disk.
			AR42.10-P-0230RG
8	Check retaining springs (3).	If there is a problem, ↓ Replace retaining springs (3).
	Clean
9	Clean contact surfaces of brake linings (2) at brake caliper (1).	Do not use sharp-edged or pointed objects. Otherwise the dust boots or the brake pistons could be damaged.
		Assembly cleaner	*BR00.45-Z-1028-04A
	Install
10	Install right front brake lining wear sensor (S10/2) into backing plate of brake linings (2) and connect to electrical connector for right front brake lining wear sensor (S10/2x1).	Only when replacing the brake linings (2) or when the right front brakepad wear sensor (S10/2) is defective.
11	Install brake linings (2) in brake caliper (1).	Do not apply brake paste or lubricants to the brake linings (2) and brake caliper (1). Malfunctions may occur otherwise.
		Only sets of brake linings (2) approved by Daimler AG may be installed.
12	Install brake caliper (1) free of tension.		AR42.10-P-0070RGA
		Do not stretch, crush or kink the brake hoses and brake lines. This leads to damage to the brake hoses and brake lines, and it can impair their function.
		The brake line pieces (99) of the brake hoses must not be bent. Replace the affected brake hoses with damaged brake line pieces (99) immediately.
		If brake line piece (99) is damaged, ↓ Replace affected brake hose.
			AR42.10-P-0013RG
13	Actuate brake pedal several times until brake linings (2) make contact at brake disks.
	Check
14	Check/correct brake fluid level in brake fluid
			AP42.10-P-4210A
	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 OFF switch to shut down test stand.	AS42.00-Z-0001-01A
15	Perform brake test on test stand.
			AP42.00-P-4290BA