How to carry out replacement: Brake Pad Wear Sensor E 220 CDI 2.2 (211.006) W211
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When to replace the Brake Pad Wear Sensor on your MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad wear sensor : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 270 CDI (211.016), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 220 CDI, MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 320 (211.065), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 500 (211.070), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 240 (211.061), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 220 CDI (211.006), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 240 4-matic (211.080), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 320 4-matic (211.082), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 200 CDI (211.004), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 200 CDI (211.004), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 55 AMG Kompressor (211.076), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 200 Kompressor (211.042), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 320 CDI (211.026), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 400 CDI (211.028), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 200 NGT (211.042), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 280 CDI (211.023), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 350 (211.056), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 280 CDI (211.020), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 280 CDI 4-matic (211.084), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 420 CDI (211.029), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 280 4-matic (211.092), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 350 4-matic (211.087), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 320 CDI 4-matic (211.089), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 200 CDI (211.007), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 220 CDI (211.008), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 200 Kompressor (211.041), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W211) E 220 CDI (211.006) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change brake pad wear sensor on MERCEDES-BENZ (W211) E-Class [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Replacement: brake pad wear sensor – Mercedes W211. Tools you need:
Wire brush
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 13
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Round-nose pliers
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake pad wear sensor – Mercedes W211. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both brake pad wear sensors on the same axle.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake pad wear sensor – Mercedes W211. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
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    Connect the service equipment and switch the SBC system to service mode.
    Please note!
    Some vehicles may not have the SBC system.
  3. Step 3
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  4. Step 4
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  5. Step 5
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  6. Step 6
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  7. Step 7
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Mercedes W211
  8. Step 8
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    Remove the wheel.
  9. Step 9
    Changing of Brake Pad Wear Sensor on W211 2002 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Detach the connector of the brake pad wear sensor. Use round-nose pliers.
  10. Step 10
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 11
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 12
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pad wear sensor – Mercedes W211. Tip from AUTODOC:
    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. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  13. Step 13
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    Remove the brake pads.
  14. Step 14
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    Remove the brake pad wear sensor from the brake pad.
  15. Step 15
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pad wear sensor – Mercedes W211. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  16. Step 16
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    Install the brake pads.
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