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 220 CDi (210.606), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) E 250 d (210.610), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) E 270 CDI (210.616), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) E 290 TD (210.617), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) E 280 (210.663) … 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

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models

Brake disc

        Brake disc for E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) Diesel (143 hp)
      
        Brake disc for E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) Diesel (113 hp)
      
        Brake disc for E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) Diesel (170 hp)
      
        Brake disc for E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) Diesel (129 hp)
      
        Brake disc for E-Class Platform / Chassis (VF210) Petrol (204 hp)

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

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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:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.

Step 2

Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 3

Secure the wheels with chocks.

Step 4

Loosen the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
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

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)
Step 7

Remove the wheel.
Step 8

Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
Step 9

Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor. Use long nose pliers.
Step 10

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 11

Remove the caps from the brake caliper guide pin boots. Use a crowbar.
Step 12

Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 13

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.
Step 14

Remove the brake pads.
Step 15

Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 16

Unscrew the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 17

Remove the fastening bolts.
Step 18

Remove the brake caliper bracket.
Step 19

Clean the brake disc fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 20

Unscrew the brake disc fasteners. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 21

Remove the fastening bolt.

Step 22

Remove the brake disc.
Step 23

Clean the wheel hub. Use a wire brush.
Step 24

Treat the contacting surface. Use ceramic grease.

Step 25

Install a new brake disc.
Step 26

Install the fastening bolt.
Step 27

Tighten the brake disc fasteners. Use HEX No.H5. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 10 Nm torque.
Step 28

Clean the brake caliper bracket of dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
Step 29

Install the brake caliper bracket.
Step 30

Install the fastening bolts.
Step 31

Tighten the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a drive socket #18. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 115 Nm torque.
Step 32

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake discs – MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF210). Tip:
Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 33

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 34

Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.

AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 35

Install the brake pads.
Step 36

Install the brake caliper and fasten it.
Step 37

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
Step 38

Install the caps on the brake caliper guide pin boots.
Step 39

Connect the brake pad wear sensor.
Step 40

Install the brake pad retaining clip. Use a crowbar.
Step 41

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use ceramic grease.
Step 42

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.
Step 43

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 44

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 45

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 110 Nm torque.
Step 46

Remove the jacks and chocks.

AUTODOC recommends:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.Important! Replacement: brake discs – MERCEDES-BENZ E-Klasse Pritsche / Fahrgestell (VF210). Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.
Step 47

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.

Step 48

Close the bonnet.

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