What should the torque be on a Mercedes brake pad?
The typical torque range is between 30 and 55 Nm and varies between models. Call your dealer to get the recommended torque specifications for your Mercedes-Benz. Connect the brake pad wear sensor.
Can a Mercedes Benz brake system be disabled?
If your Mercedes-Benz has an SBC brake system (common on early E-Class W211 and CLS models), it should be disabled before you work on the brake system. Recommended method: Deactivate the SBC brake system using Star Diagnosis Mercedes-Benz, which these days you can order on eBay, if your car has SBC brakes.
Do you need a new brake sensor on a Mercedes?
Install the new Mercedes wear brake sensor on the new pads. You can reuse old wear sensor if the sensor wires are not exposed. If the brake pad wear sensor wires are exposed or you had a warning on your instrument cluster stating “Brake pad wear”, you will need a new sensor.
How to remove and install front brake pads and rotors?
Clean the contact surface of the brake pads in the caliper. You can use a metal brush cleaner. Reinstall in reverse order. Install caliper guide bolts and tighten to 30 Nm using a torque wrench. Close brake reservoir cap. NOTE: Once you install the pads and/or rotors, start the car but do not drive yet.
What should I put on the back of my brake pads?
DO NOT APPLY GREASE OR ANTI-SQUEAL PASTE ON THE SURFACE BETWEEN THE PAD AND ROTOR. Rember to apply anti-squeal grease to the brake pads’ back and at the area where the brake pads slide on the bracket.
What kind of wrench do I need to replace my brake pad?
Locate the two bolts that secure the caliper on the bracket. Two small caps need to be removed to see the bolts. Once you remove the bolts, you will notice the caliper bolts. These are either T40 or T45 bolts. On some models, a 10mm Allen wrench is required. Unplug the brake pad wear sensor. Remove the caliper from the bracket.
How much does it cost to change brake pads on a Mercedes?
The typical cost to change Mercedes-Benz rear brake pads yourself averages $100. The average cost to change the brake pads at an auto mechanic or dealer range between $250 and $500. If you plan to replace the rotors, the cost would be two to three times more than just changing the brake pads.
Is it worth it to change your brake pads?
Changing your brake pads and rotors keeps stops smooth, and it can save you some money compared with going to the mechanic. Learn to do it all by yourself.
When to replace brake pads and rotors step by step?
When worn, old brake hardware creates vibrations that is heard in the form of brake noise at low stopping speeds. These clips should be replaced with each brake job. Make sure to apply brake lubricant at the slider contact points before installing the hardware. Note the wear-sensor position orientation to install the pads correctly.
What to do when you change brake pads in a Subaru?
When you are done changing the pads, use the SSM (Subaru Select Monitor) to exit brake maintenance mode. The service manual also specifies that the Subaru Select Monitor may not be required.
How to install brake pads step by step?
Make sure to apply brake lubricant at the slider contact points before installing the hardware. Note the wear-sensor position orientation to install the pads correctly. Different pads have varying wear-sensor placement. Some pad sets have wear sensors on just the inner pads, some on all four pads, and some do not have wear sensors.