Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake Pad Set, disc brake : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 220 (202.022)

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake discs and brake pads MERCEDES-BENZ C W202 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W202. List of the tools you'll need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        WD-40 spray
                      
                        Brake cleaner
                      
                        Anti-squeal paste
                      
                        Copper grease
                      
                        Combination spanner #15
                      
                        Drive socket # 13
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #17
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Brake caliper wind back tool
                      
                        Flat Screwdriver
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Wheel chock

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for C-Class Saloon (W202) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models

MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 220 (202.022)

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W202. Tip from AUTODOC:

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 W202. Use the following procedure:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 2

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 3

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 4

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.

Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W202. AUTODOC recommends:

To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Spread the brake pads.Use a crowbar.
Step 8

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

Step 9

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening.Use a combination spanner #15.Use a drive socket #13.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 10

Remove the fastening bolts (2 pieces).

Step 11

Disconnect the brake pads wear sensor.Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 12

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W202. Professionals 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.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 13

Remove the brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W202. AUTODOC experts recommend:

Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 14

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust.Use a wire brush.Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W202. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 15

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 W202. Tip:

Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 16

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W202. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 17

Treat the brake caliper piston.Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W202. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 18

Press in the brake caliper piston.Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 19

Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 20

Install the fastening bolts (2 pieces).

Step 21

Connect the brake pads wear sensor.Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 22

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners.Use a combination spanner #15.Use a drive socket #13.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 45 Nm torque.
Step 23

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim.Use copper grease.
Step 24

Clean the brake disk surface.Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W202. AUTODOC recommends:

After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 25

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:

Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. Mercedes W202
Step 26

Screw in the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 27

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 120 nm torque.
Step 28

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes W202. AUTODOC experts recommend:

Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 29

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.Close the hood.

AUTODOC recommends:

Mercedes W202 – Press the brake pedal several times with the engine shut down until you feel the resistance built up.Slow down smoothly for first 150-200 km after the brake pads replacement. Avoid unneccessary and sharp braking to a stop.

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