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Replace brake fluid - AP42.00-P-4280EW

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MODEL 204, 205, 207, 212, 218 

MODIFICATION NOTES

4.6.13 Bleeder to the brake caliper MODEL 204 BA42.10-P-1002-12J
4.6.13 Bleeder to the brake caliper MODEL 212 BA42.10-P-1002-12J
4.6.13 Bleeder to the brake caliper MODEL 207 BA42.10-P-1002-12J
4.6.13 Bleeder to the brake caliper MODEL 218 BA42.10-P-1002-12J

Illustration shows model 212 

Fig 1: Changing Brake Fluid - Shown On Model 212
G09976510Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

Shown on model 204 

Fig 2: Changing Brake Fluid - Shown On Model 204
G09976511DANGERDANGERDANGERIMPORTANTIMPORTANTIMPORTANTREMOVINGINSTALLINGREFER TO TESTING & REPAIRCLEANINGIMPORTANTREFER TO TESTING & REPAIRREFER TO TESTING & REPAIRREFER TO TESTING & REPAIRREFER TO TESTING & REPAIRREFER TO TESTING & REPAIRREFER TO TESTING & REPAIRREFER TO TESTING & REPAIRTORQUE SPECIFICATIONTORQUE SPECIFICATIONTORQUE SPECIFICATIONTORQUE SPECIFICATIONREFER TO TESTING & REPAIRREFER TO TESTING & REPAIRREFER TO TESTING & REPAIRTORQUE SPECIFICATIONTORQUE SPECIFICATIONSPECIAL TOOLINSPECTCourtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
DANGER Risk of death  caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform. Align vehicle between vehicle lift columns and position the four support plates at the vehicle lift support points specified by the vehicle manufacturer. AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
DANGER 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
DANGER 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
IMPORTANT Notes on repairs to brake system   AH42.00-P-0003-01A
IMPORTANT Notes on handling, transport and storage of ceramic brake disks   AH42.10-P-9406-13A
IMPORTANT Brake fluid notes   AH42.50-P-0001-01A
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Open engine hood MODEL 204, 205, 207, 212, 218  
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR   MODEL 204.3, 207, 212 AR88.40-P-1000EW
CLEANING Clean     
2 Clean cap (1) and brake fluid reservoir (2)    
3 Unscrew cap (1)    
4 Suction off brake fluid from the brake fluid reservoir (2)    
5 Fill with new brake fluid up to the "MAX" mark in the brake fluid reservoir (2)    
6 Connect filling and bleeding unit (01) onto brake fluid reservoir (2) and switch on IMPORTANT Pay attention to manufacturer's operating instructions.
Brake fluid change unit with supply tank (10-20 l)
 
7 Raise vehicle    
8 Remove front wheel-and-tire assemblies MODEL 205, 212, 218
with CODE B07 (AMG high-performance ceramic composite braking system)
 
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR MODEL 205 AR40.10-P-1101A
  MODEL 212, 218 AP40.10-P-4050EW
9.1 Remove rear section of lower engine compartment paneling MODEL 204, 207, 212, 218 with spark ignition engine and manual transmission MODEL 205  
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR MODEL 204.0/2 with ENGINE 156, 271, 272, 274, 276
MODEL 204.3 with ENGINE 156, 271, 274, 276
MODEL 207 with ENGINE 271, 272, 273, 274, 276, 278
MODEL 212 with ENGINE 156, 157, 271, 272, 273, 274, 276, 278
MODEL 218 with ENGINE 157, 276, 278
AR61.20-P-1105EW
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR MODEL 205 AR61.20-P-1105LW
9.2 Remove rear bottom part of soundproofing MODEL 204, 207, 212, 218 with diesel engine and manual transmission  
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR MODEL 204.0/2 with ENGINE 642, 646, 651
MODEL 204.3 with engine 651 MODEL 207, 212, 218 with engine 642, 651
AR94.30-P-5300EW
10 Remove cover (3) from clutch housing MODEL 204 with single-plate clutch  
11 Allow brake fluid to flow out at bleed screws on brake calipers New brake fluid must escape free of bubbles via the bleed hose (02):
↓
Carrying out bleeding operation
 
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR MODEL 204 AR42.10-P-0010-02CW
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR MODEL 205 AR42.10-P-0010-02LW
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR MODEL 207, 212, 218 AR42.10-P-0010-02EW
  TORQUE SPECIFICATION MODEL 204, 207, 212, 218, bleed screw at rear axle brake caliper *BA42.10-P-1002-12J 
  TORQUE SPECIFICATION MODEL 205, bleed screw at rear axle brake caliper *BA42.10-P-1002-12V 
  TORQUE SPECIFICATION MODEL 204, 207, 212, 218, bleed screw at front axle brake caliper *BA42.10-P-1003-10J 
  TORQUE SPECIFICATION
MODEL 205 (except 205.086/087/286/287/386/387/486/487)
*BA42.10-P-1003-10W 
12 Allow brake fluid to flow out at bleed screws on central clutch release bearing Vehicles with manual transmission
New brake fluid must escape free of bubbles via the bleed hose (4):
↓
Carrying out bleeding operation
 
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR MODEL 204 AR42.10-P-0010-02CW
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR MODEL 205
Carrying out bleeding operation
AR42.10-P-0010-02LW
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR MODEL 207, 212 AR42.10-P-0010-02EW
  TORQUE SPECIFICATION MODEL 204, 207, 212, bleed screw at central clutch release bearing *BA25.20-P-1001-01B 
  TORQUE SPECIFICATION MODEL 205, bleed screw at clutch slave cylinder *BA25.20-P-1001-01G 
  SPECIAL TOOL Socket wrench Fig 3
INSPECT Check     
13 Check the clutch operator for proper operation and leaktightness If complaint present
↓
Determine and rectify cause, subject to separate repair order.
 
14 Check brake system for leaks If complaint present
↓
Determine and rectify cause, subject to separate repair order.
 
15 Install in the reverse order    
16 Correct fluid level in brake fluid reservoir (2) MODEL 204, 207, 212, 218 AP42.10-P-4210EW 
MODEL 205 AP42.10-P-4210CAA
CLUTCH OPERATING SYSTEM

Number Designation TRANSMISSION 711.6 in MODEL 117, 156, 171, 172, 176, 203, 204, 207, 212, 242, 246 TRANSMISSION 716.6 in MODEL 163, 170, 171, 202, 203, 204, 207, 208, 209, 210, 212, 230
BA25.20-P-1001-01B Bleed screw to central clutch operator Nm 9 9
CLUTCH OPERATING SYSTEM

Number Designation TRANSMISSION 716.7 in MODEL 205
BA25.20-P-1001-01G Bleed screw at clutch slave cylinder Nm 6
REAR AXLE BRAKE CALIPER

Number Designation MODEL 204 MODEL 212
BA42.10-P-1002-12J Bleed screw to brake caliper Nm 18 18
REAR AXLE BRAKE CALIPER

Number Designation MODEL 207 MODEL 218
BA42.10-P-1002-12J Bleed screw to brake caliper Nm 18 18
REAR AXLE BRAKE CALIPER

Number Designation MODEL 205.086/087/286/287/386/387/486/487 MODEL 205 (except 205.086/087/286/287/386/387/486/487)
BA42.10-P-1002-12V Bleed screw at brake caliper Nm 18 18
FRONT AXLE BRAKE CALIPER

Number Designation MODEL 204 (except 204.077/277/377/9) MODEL 204.9
BA42.10-P-1003-10J Bleed screw on brake caliper Nm 18 18
FRONT AXLE BRAKE CALIPER

Number Designation MODEL 207 MODEL 212 (except 212.074/075/076/077/092/274/275/276/27 7/292)
BA42.10-P-1003-10J Bleed screw on brake caliper Nm 18 18
FRONT AXLE BRAKE CALIPER

Number Designation MODEL 205 (except 205.086/087/286/287/386/387/486/487)
BA42.10-P-1003-10W Bleed screw on brake caliper Nm 18
Fig 3: Identifying Socket Wrench (140 589 03 09 00)
G09976512Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA