How to carry out replacement: Brake Pads E 2.0 (201.024) Mercedes W201
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How to change front brake pads on Mercedes W201 – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Pads on your MERCEDES-BENZ 190
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 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 2.0 (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, MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) 2.3 E, MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) 2.6 … View more

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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W201. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Dielectric grease
Anti-squeal paste
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #15
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 19
HEX bit No.H5
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Brake caliper wind back tool
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W201. AUTODOC recommends:
  • 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W201. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet.
  2. Step 2
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  3. 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.
  4. Step 5
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    Raise the car.
    Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W201. Tip:
    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.
  5. Step 6
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  6. Step 7
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 8
    Detach the connector of the brake pad wear sensor.
    Step 9
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a combination spanner #13.
  9. Step 11
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    Detach the brake pad wear sensor wiring harness.
  10. Step 12
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  12. Step 14
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W201. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    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.
  13. Step 15
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    Remove the brake pads.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  14. Step 16
    Clean the brake caliper bracket of dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
    Step 17
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
  15. Step 18
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
  16. Step 19
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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 W201. AUTODOC recommends:
    Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
  17. Step 20
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ 190 (W201) E 2.0 (201.024) 1983 Brake Pads - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Install new brake pads.
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