Remove/Install Front Axle Brake Hose - AR42.10-P-0026ME

Model 167

except code B06 (Silver brake calipers)

except code B07 (AMG - ceramic brake system)

except code U29 (AMG high-performance braking system)

except code U70 (red-painted brake callipers)

Fig 1: Front Axle Brake Hose Components Location - Model 167 Except Code B06 ; B07; U29; U70

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

	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 externally invisible brake fluid loss		AH42.10-P-9406-02A
Notice	Notes on handling, transport and storage of composite brake disks		AH42.10-P-9406-12LF
Notice	Notes on installing brake hoses		AH42.10-P-9406-01A
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/install
1	Remove brake hose (2) from brake caliper (1), seal openings with suitable stop plugs and unclip brake hose (2) from holder.	Do not remove brake caliper (1).	AR42.10-P-0070ME
		Box wrench bit	Fig 3
		Record plug	Fig 4
2	Clean area around connecting point between brake line (3) and brake hose (2).	Assembly cleaner	*BR00.45-Z-1028-04A
3	Remove brake hose (2) from brake line (3) and seal exposed connections using suitable stop plugs.	Do not twist brake hose (2) and ensure correct routing. Otherwise, the brake hose (2) will be damaged. Collect escaping brake fluid with a suitable container. Make sure that retaining clip (4) is seated properly.
		Brake line to brake hose	*BA42.10-P-1002-04J
		Box wrench bit	Fig 2
		Record plug	Fig 4
4	Install in the reverse order.
	Concluding tasks
	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
5	Operate brake pedal several times until the brakepads contact the brake disks.	Firm resistance should be noticeable at the brake pedal.
6	Bleed brake system.		AR42.10-P-0010ME
7	Remove residue from brake fluid with water.
8	Install cover above brake fluid expansion reservoir.
	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
9	Perform brake test on test stand.
			AP42.00-P-4290BA