When to replace the Brake Calipers on your MERCEDES-BENZ 190
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake caliper : 100000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) E 1.8 (201.018), MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) 2.0 (201.022), MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) E 2.0 (201.024), MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) E 2.0 (201.024), MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) 2.0 (201.023), MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) 2.0 (201.023), MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) E 2.0, MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) E 2.0 (201.024), MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) D 2.0 (201.122), MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) D 2.5 (201.126), MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) D 2.5 (201.126), MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) E 2.0 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change brake caliper on MERCEDES W201 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Calipers for 190 (W201) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: brake caliper – Mercedes W201. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
Brake cleaner
High-temperature ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Flare nut spanner №14
Combination spanner #9
Combination spanner #15
Drive socket # 13
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Brake bleeder kit
Brake hose clip
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake caliper – Mercedes W201. 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 W201. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet.Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
  4. Step 4
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  5. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mercedes W201
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 7
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    Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp.
  8. Step 8
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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.
  9. Step 9
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    Loosen the brake hose fastening.Use a flare nut spanner #14.
  10. Step 10
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush.Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 11
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening.Use a combination spanner #15.Use a drive socket #13.Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 12
    Spread the brake pads.Use a crowbar.
    Step 13
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake caliper – Mercedes W201. Professionals recommend:
    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.If no new guide pins were supplied in a kit with the new brake calipers, use the old pins.
  13. Step 14
    How to change Brake Calipers on MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) 1982 - tips and tricks
    Unscrew the brake hose from the brake caliper.Use a flare nut spanner #14.
  14. Step 15
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    Treat the brake hose.Use a brake cleaner.
  15. Step 16
    DIY replacement of Brake Calipers on MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) D 2.0 (201.122) 1984 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Install and fix the brake hose into a new caliper.Use a flare nut spanner #14.
  16. Step 17
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    Install the brake caliper and fix it.
  17. Step 18
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) E 2.0 (201.024) 1983 Brake Calipers - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Tighten the brake caliper fasteners.Use a combination spanner #15.Use a drive socket #13.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 35 nm torque.
  18. Step 19
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    Tighten the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake caliper.Use a flare nut spanner #14.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 18 Nm torque.
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