When to replace the Brake Discs on your MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) E 280 (210.663), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) E 290 TD (210.617), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) E 270 CDI (210.616), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) E 250 d (210.610), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) E 220 CDi (210.606) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
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Tools
Replacement: brake discs – MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF210). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 18
HEX bit No.H5
HEX bit No.H7
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Tap wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Long nose pliers
Wheel chock
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF210) in complete set for each axis. Regardless of the state of components. This will ensure even braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both brake disks on the same axle.
  • When changing the brake discs, always replace the brake pads.
  • Please note: all work on the car – MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF210) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 3
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 4
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    Loosen the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  3. Step 5
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: brake discs – MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF210). AUTODOC recommends:
    If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
    Step 6
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF210)
  4. Step 7
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 8
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 9
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    Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor. Use long nose pliers.
  7. Step 10
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 11
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    Remove the caps from the brake caliper guide pin boots. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 12
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 13
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur.
  11. Step 14
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    Remove the brake pads.
  12. Step 15
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 16
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    Unscrew the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 17
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  15. Step 18
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    Remove the brake caliper bracket.
  16. Step 19
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    Clean the brake disc fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  17. Step 20
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    Unscrew the brake disc fasteners. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
  18. Step 21
    Remove the fastening bolt.
    Step 22
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    Remove the brake disc.
  19. Step 23
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    Clean the wheel hub. Use a wire brush.
  20. Step 24
    Treat the contacting surface. Use ceramic grease.
    Step 25
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    Install a new brake disc.
  21. Step 26
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  22. Step 27
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    Tighten the brake disc fasteners. Use HEX No.H5. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 10 Nm torque.
  23. Step 28
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket of dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
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