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

Model 290 

with code B06 (Silver brake calipers) 

except code B07 (AMG - ceramic brake system) 

Model 290 

with code U69 (Brake calipers painted yellow) 

except code B07 (AMG - ceramic brake system) 

Model 290 

with code U70 (red-painted brake callipers) 

except code B07 (AMG - ceramic brake system) 

Shown on right side of vehicle with code B06 (Brake calipers painted gray) 

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on left rear brake caliper with code U70 (Brake calipers painted red) 

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
Notice	Notes on self-locking nuts and bolts		AH00.00-P-0001-01KOA
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	Brake fluid notes		AH42.50-P-0001-01A
	Remove
1	Detach brake caliper and secure free of tension to vehicle with lines still connected.	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.	AR42.10-P-0080FRX
2	Remove brake linings (1, 2) from brake caliper support (3).
3	Remove retaining springs (4) from brake caliper support (3).
4	Pull right rear brake lining wear sensor out of backing plate of brake lining (1).	When replacing the brake lining (1) or the right rear brake lining wear sensor.
	Check
5	Check brake linings (1, 2) for wear and condition.
		If there is a problem, ↓ replace the brake linings (1, 2) in sets.	AP42.10-P-4252I
6	Check brake disk for wear and condition.		AR42.10-P-0120FRX
		If there is a problem, ↓ replace the brake disks in sets.	AR42.10-P-0230FRX
	Clean
7	Clean contact surfaces of brake linings (1, 2) on brake caliper support (3) (arrows) and on brake caliper.	Do not use sharp-edged or pointed objects. Otherwise, the brake caliper, dust boot on the brake piston or the brake caliper support (3) may be damaged.
		Assembly cleaner	*BR00.45-Z-1028-04A
	Install
8	Insert right rear brake lining wear sensor at backing plate of brake lining (1).	When replacing the brake lining (1) or the right rear brake lining wear sensor.
9	Mount retaining spring (4) onto brake caliper support (3).
10	Insert brake linings (1, 2).	Only complete sets of brake linings (1, 2) approved by Mercedes-Benz may be installed.
11	Install brake caliper.		AR42.10-P-0080FRX
		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-0023FRX