Remove/Check/Install Front Axle Brake Pads - AR42.10-P-1610MEX
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Model 167
with code B06 (Silver brake calipers)
Model 167
with code B07 (AMG - ceramic brake system)
Model 167
with code U29 (AMG high-performance braking system)
Model 167
with code U70 (red-painted brake callipers)
| 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 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 repairs to brake system | AH42.00-P-0003-01A | |
| Notice | Notes on handling, transport and storage of composite brake disks | AH42.10-P-9406-12LF | |
| Notice | Notes on handling, transport and storage of ceramic brake disks | AH42.10-P-9406-13A | |
| Notes on installing brake wear indicator contact sensors | AH42.10-P-0003-01CW | ||
| Notes on safety-relevant components | AH00.00-Z-0019-01A | ||
| Remove | |||
| 1 | Detach brake caliper (4) and fasten to vehicle free of tension with lines connected. | AR42.10-P-0070MEX | |
| 2 | Unhook electrical line of right front brakepad wear sensor (S10/2) from brake caliper (4). | When removing the brake pads (1) on the right side of the vehicle. | |
| 3 | Remove brake pads (1) together with spreader spring (3). | ||
| 4 | Pull right front brakepad wear sensor (S10/2) out of brakepad (1). | When replacing the brake pads (1) or when replacing the right front brakepad wear sensor on the right side of the vehicle (S10/2). | |
| Check | |||
| 5 | Check bolts (2) and spreader springs (3) for damage and condition. | If there is a problem, ↓ replace bolts (2) or spreader springs (3). |
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| 6 | Check brake pads (1) for wear and condition. | ||
| AP42.10-P-4252J | |||
| If there is a problem, ↓ Replace brake linings (1). |
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| 7.1 | Check brake disks for wear and condition. | Model 167 with code B07 (AMG - ceramic brake system) | AR42.10-P-0270RG |
| If there is a problem, ↓ replace corresponding brake disk. |
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Always replace all the brake disks on the axle at the same time. |
AR42.10-P-0230MEA | ||
| 7.2 | Check brake disks for wear and condition. | Model 167 with code B06 (Silver brake calipers) Model 167 with code U29 (AMG high-performance braking system) Model 167 with code U70 (red-painted brake callipers) |
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| AP42.10-P-4256EW | |||
| If there is a problem, ↓ Replace brake disks. |
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Always replace all the brake disks on the axle at the same time. |
AR42.10-P-0230MEA | ||
| 8 | Check brake caliper (4) for damage and leak tightness. | If there is a problem, ↓ Replace brake caliper (4). |
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| AR42.10-P-0070MEX | |||
| Clean | |||
| 9 | Clean contact surfaces of brake pads (1) on brake caliper (4). | Do not use sharp-edged or pointed objects. Otherwise, the dust boots or the brake caliper (4) may be damaged. |
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| Assembly cleaner | *BR00.45-Z-1028-04A | ||
| Install | |||
| 10 | Push back brake pistons. | If the brake piston is sluggish, ↓ Replace brake caliper (4). |
Fig 2 |
| AR42.10-P-0070MEX | |||
| 11 | Install right front brakepad wear sensor (S10/2) into brakepad (1). | When replacing the brake pads (1) or when replacing the right front brakepad wear sensor on the right side of the vehicle (S10/2). | |
| 12 | Insert spreader spring (3) into brake caliper (4). | ||
| 13 | Insert brake pads (1) into brake caliper (4) and fix with bolts (2). | Do not apply brake paste or lubricants to the brake pads (1) and brake calipers (4). Otherwise malfunctions will occur. |
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| 14 | Hook electrical line of right front brakepad wear sensor (S10/2) into brake caliper (4). | When installing the brake pads (1) on the right side of the vehicle. | |
| 15 | Install brake caliper (4) together with brake pads (1). | AR42.10-P-0070MEX | |
| 16 | Drive in bolts (2) up to end stop. | ||
| 17 | Mount front wheel and tire assemblies. | AR40.10-P-1102ME | |
| 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 | |
| 18 | Operate brake pedal several times until the brake pads (1) make contact with the brake disks. | ||
| 19 | Check brake fluid level, correct if necessary. | ||
| AP42.10-P-4210E | |||
| 20 | Perform brake test on test stand. | ||
| AP42.00-P-4290BA |
REPAIR MATERIALS
| Number | Designation | Order number |
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| BR00.45-Z-1028-04A | Assembly cleaner | A 000 986 56 01 |