How to carry out replacement: Wheel Bearing E 250 2.5 Turbo Diesel (124.186) Mercedes S124
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How to change front wheel bearing on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) E 200 T (124.079), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) E 220 T (124.082), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) E 320 T (124.092) … View more

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Tools
Replacement: wheel bearing – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Estate (S124). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
All-purpose cleaning spray
Copper grease
Multipurpose grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #32
HEX bit No.H5
Drive socket # 12
Drive socket # E12
Drive socket # 18
Torx bit T30
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Impact screwdriver
Crow bar
Round-nose pliers
Bush and bearing driver set
Hammer
Rubber mallet
Vice
3-Arm Gear Puller
Telescoping magnet
Wheel chock
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Replacement: wheel bearing – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Estate (S124). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Do not re-use the bearing assembly of your MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Estate (S124) car.
  • The wheel hub bearing replacement procedure is identical for both wheels on the same axle.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: wheel bearing – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Estate (S124). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Wheel Bearing on Mercedes S124 1993 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) E 250 2.5 Turbo Diesel (124.186) 1994 Wheel Bearing - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 4
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
    Mercedes S124 E 220 2.2 (124.082) 1995 Wheel Bearing replacement: free workshop manuals
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Estate (S124)
  4. Step 6
    Changing Wheel Bearing on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) E 280 T (124.088) 1996 by yourself
    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 200 2.0 (124.079) 1993 Wheel Bearing - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Detach the connector of the brake pad wear sensor. Use round-nose pliers.
  6. Step 8
    How to replace Wheel Bearing on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) 1994: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 9
    How hard is it to do yourself: Wheel Bearing replacement on Mercedes S124 E 300 3.0 Turbo Diesel (124.193) 1995 - download illustrated guide
    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a drive socket #12. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 10
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 11
    Changing of Wheel Bearing on Mercedes S124 1993 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: wheel bearing – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Estate (S124). 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.
  10. Step 12
    MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 280 2.8 (124.088) Wheel Bearing replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Remove the brake pads.
  11. Step 13
    Replacing Wheel Bearing on Mercedes S124 1995 E 250 2.5 Turbo Diesel (124.186) by yourself
    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 14
    E-Class T-modell (S124) E 200 2.0 (124.079) 1996 Wheel Bearing DIY replacement workshop manual
    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 15
    How to change Wheel Bearing on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) 1993 - tips and tricks
    Remove the caliper bracket.
  14. Step 16
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Mercedes S124 1994 E 200 2.0 (124.079) Wheel Bearing
    Clean the brake disc fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 17
    DIY replacement of Wheel Bearing on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) E 300 3.0 Turbo Diesel (124.191) 1995 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver.
  16. Step 18
    How to change Wheel Bearing on Mercedes S124 1993 - free PDF and video manuals
    Remove the brake disc.
  17. Step 19
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) E 250 2.5 Turbo Diesel (124.186) 1994 Wheel Bearing - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the wheel hub nut cap. Use a crowbar. Use a hammer.
    Replacement: wheel bearing – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS Estate (S124). Tip from AUTODOC:
    In some cars, the wheel hub nut is not protected with a cap.
  18. Step 20
    Loosen the wheel hub fastening nut screw. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
    Step 21
    Make a mark on the hub nut.
    Step 22
    Unscrew the hub nut.
    Step 23
    Remove the fastening nut.
    Step 24
    Mercedes S124 E 220 2.2 (124.082) 1995 Wheel Bearing replacement: free workshop manuals
    Remove the wheel hub bearing. Use a telescoping magnet.
  19. Step 25
    Changing Wheel Bearing on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) E 280 T (124.088) 1996 by yourself
    Remove the wheel hub together with the bearing.
  20. Step 26
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 200 2.0 (124.079) 1993 Wheel Bearing - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Grip the wheel hub together with the bearing in a vice.
  21. Step 27
    How to replace Wheel Bearing on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) 1994: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the old O-ring. Use a crowbar.
  22. Step 28
    How hard is it to do yourself: Wheel Bearing replacement on Mercedes S124 E 300 3.0 Turbo Diesel (124.193) 1995 - download illustrated guide
    Remove the wheel hub bearing.
  23. Step 29
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    Loosen the vice and remove the hub.
  24. Step 30
    Changing of Wheel Bearing on Mercedes S124 1993 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Pull the bearing inner race out of the wheel hub. Use a bush and bearing driver set.
  25. Step 31
    MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 280 2.8 (124.088) Wheel Bearing replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Pull the bearing inner race out of the wheel hub. Use 3-Arm Gear Puller. Use a bush and bearing driver set.
  26. Step 32
    Replacing Wheel Bearing on Mercedes S124 1995 E 250 2.5 Turbo Diesel (124.186) by yourself
    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  27. Step 33
    E-Class T-modell (S124) E 200 2.0 (124.079) 1996 Wheel Bearing DIY replacement workshop manual
    Treat the mounting seat of the bearing assembly. Use a multipurpose grease.
  28. Step 34
    How to change Wheel Bearing on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) 1993 - tips and tricks
    Install the inner race of the wheel bearing into the hub. Use a bush and bearing driver set.
  29. Step 35
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Mercedes S124 1994 E 200 2.0 (124.079) Wheel Bearing
    Treat the mounting seat of the bearing assembly. Use a multipurpose grease.
  30. Step 36
    DIY replacement of Wheel Bearing on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) E 300 3.0 Turbo Diesel (124.191) 1995 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Install the inner race of the wheel bearing into the hub. Use a bush and bearing driver set.
  31. Step 37
    How to change Wheel Bearing on Mercedes S124 1993 - free PDF and video manuals
    Place the hub in the vice.
  32. Step 38
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) E 250 2.5 Turbo Diesel (124.186) 1994 Wheel Bearing - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Treat the mounting seat of the bearing assembly. Use a multipurpose grease.
  33. Step 39
    Mercedes S124 E 220 2.2 (124.082) 1995 Wheel Bearing replacement: free workshop manuals
    Install a new wheel hub bearing.
  34. Step 40
    Changing Wheel Bearing on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) E 280 T (124.088) 1996 by yourself
    Release the vice and take out the wheel hub together with the bearing.
  35. Step 41
    Install the new O-ring. Use a bush and bearing driver set.
    Step 42
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 200 2.0 (124.079) 1993 Wheel Bearing - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Clean the fasteners of the brake disc cover. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  36. Step 43
    How to replace Wheel Bearing on MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class T-modell (S124) 1994: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Unscrew the fasteners of the brake disc cover. Use a drive socket #E12. Use a ratchet wrench.
  37. Step 44
    How hard is it to do yourself: Wheel Bearing replacement on Mercedes S124 E 300 3.0 Turbo Diesel (124.193) 1995 - download illustrated guide
    Remove the brake disc cover.
  38. Step 45
    Need to know how to renew Wheel Bearing on MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS 1996? This free workshop manual will help you to do it yourself
    Clean the wheel hub mounting seat. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  39. Step 46
    Changing of Wheel Bearing on Mercedes S124 1993 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Install the brake disc cover.
  40. Step 47
    MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS E 280 2.8 (124.088) Wheel Bearing replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Screw in the fasteners of the brake disc cover. Use a drive socket #E12. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 11 Nm torque.
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