How to carry out replacement: Brake Pads ML 270 CDI 2.7 (163.113) ML W163
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How to change front brake pads on Mercedes ML W163 – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Pads on your MERCEDES-BENZ M-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 320 (163.154), MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 430 (163.172), MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 55 AMG (163.174), MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 400 CDI (163.128), MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 500 (163.175), MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 350 (163.157), MERCEDES-BENZ M-Class (W163) ML 350 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake pads on MERCEDES ML W163 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes ML W163. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Wheel impact socket #17
Pin punch
Hammer
Rubber mallet
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes ML W163. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Perform the replacement of brake pads in complete set for each axis. This provides effective braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for all brake pads on the same axle.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Mercedes ML W163 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 4
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  4. 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 ML W163
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
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    Detach the connector of the brake pad wear sensor.
    Please note!
    Some cars are not equipped with the brake pad wear sensor.
  7. Step 8
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    Clean the brake caliper surface. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes ML W163. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  8. Step 9
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    Remove the brake pads retaining clips. Use a pin punch. Use a hammer. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes ML W163. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  10. Step 11
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    Clean the brake caliper surface. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes ML W163. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  11. Step 12
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes ML W163. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  12. Step 13
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool. Use a crowbar.
  13. Step 14
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    Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.
    Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes ML W163. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
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