When to replace the Brake Calipers on your MERCEDES-BENZ SLK
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake caliper : 100000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171) 200 Kompressor (171.442), MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171) 280 (171.454), MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171) 200 Kompressor (171.445), MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171) 300 (171.454) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

Tools
Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Brake caliper guide pins grease
Drive socket # E8
Drive socket # 12
Combination spanner №14
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Round-nose pliers
Fluid container
Wheel impact socket #17
Crow bar
Brake hose clip
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right brake calipers on the same axle.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 3
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 4
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  4. Step 5
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 6
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171)
  5. Step 7
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 8
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    Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor plug. Remove the connector of the brake pad wear sensor. Use round-nose pliers.
    Please note!
    Some cars are not equipped with the brake pad wear sensor.
  7. Step 9
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    Put a container for gathering brake fluid beneath.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the area where the brake hose is connected to the caliper, and the guide pins area. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171). Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  9. Step 11
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    Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp.
  10. Step 12
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    Loosen the brake hose fastening. Use a combination spanner #14.
  11. Step 13
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a drive socket #12. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 14
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  13. Step 15
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    Remove the brake caliper.
  14. Step 16
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    Unscrew the brake hose from the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171). AUTODOC recommends:
    When replacing the brake caliper, it is recommended to check the brake hose for damages and, if necessary, to replace it with a new one. When replacing a brake caliper it is recommended to replace brake pads, check the state of the brake discs and replace them with new ones if necessary.
  15. Step 17
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    Remove the brake pads.
  16. Step 18
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    Remove caliper guide pins.
  17. Step 19
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    Remove the guide pins from the brake caliper.
  18. Step 20
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    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  19. Step 21
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    Clean old grease and rust stains, if there are any, from the caliper guide pins and guide pin boots. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  20. Step 22
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    Treat the brake caliper guide pins. Use the brake caliper guide pin grease.
    Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    If no new guide pins were supplied in a kit with the new brake calipers, use the old pins.
  21. Step 23
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    If going to use the old brake pads, clean them. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171). Tip from AUTODOC:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  22. Step 24
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Treat the brake caliper bracket. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SLK (R171). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  23. Step 25
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    Treat the contact surfaces between the brake pads and the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.
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