Remove/ Check/Install Rear Axle Brake Pads - AR42.10-P-1710LW

Model 205 

Model 213 

Model 253 

Model 293 

Fig 1: Rear Axle Brake Linings/Pads Components Location - Model 253 (Shown On Model 205)

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on right side of vehicle on model 205, except code B07 (Ceramic brake system) 

	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
Notice	Notes on handling, transport and storage of composite brake discs		AH42.10-P-9406-12LF
Notice	Notes on handling, transport and storage of ceramic brake discs		AH42.10-P-9406-13A
Notice	Notes on self-locking nuts and Bolts		AH00.00-P-0001-01KOA
Notice	Brake fluid notes		AH42.50-P-0001-01A
Notice	Notes on repairs to brake system		AH42.00-P-0003-01A
	Notes on safety-relevant components		AH00.00-Z-0019-01A
	Remove
1	Detach brake caliper and secure free of tension to vehicle with lines still connected.	Do not subject the brake hose and electrical line to tension and do not kink them. The brake hose and the electrical line can otherwise be damaged.	AR42.10-P-0080LW
2	Remove brakepads (1) from brake caliper support (2).
3	Pull right rear brakepad wear sensor out of backing plate of brakepad (1).	When replacing the brake linings (1) or right rear brake wear sensor.
	Check
4	Check brakepads (1) for wear and condition.
		Model 293	AP42.10-P-4252EQ
		Model 205	AP42.10-P-4252CAA
		Model 253	AP42.10-P-4252D
		Model 213 If a problem arises ↓ Replace brake linings (1) in sets.	AP42.10-P-4252E
	Clean
5	Clean contact surfaces of brakepads (1) on brake caliper support (2) (arrows) and on brake caliper.	Do not use sharp-edged or pointed objects. Otherwise, the brake caliper, the dust boot on the brake piston or the brake caliper support (2) may be damaged. Assembly cleaner	*BR00.45-Z-1028-04A
	Install
6	Insert rear right brakepad wear sensor on backing plate of brakepad (1).	When replacing the brake linings (1) or right rear brake wear sensor.
7	Apply brake paste to brake caliper and to brake caliper support (2).		AR42.10-P-0163-01LW
		The brake paste to be used depends on the manufacturer of the brake caliper. Lubricant paste	*BR00.45-Z-1130-06A
		Brake paste, Varybond	*BR00.45-Z-1072-06A
8	Insert brakepads (1).	Only brakepads (1) approved by Mercedes-Benz may be installed, and only as complete sets.
9	Install brake caliper.		AR42.10-P-0080LW