How to carry out replacement: Handbrake Shoes 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) Mercedes A124 Convertible
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How to change handbrake shoe on MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Convertible (A124) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Handbrake Shoes on your MERCEDES-BENZ 111 SERIES
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Handbrake shoes : 100000 km
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Tools
Replacement: handbrake shoe – MERCEDES-BENZ CABRIOLET (A124). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
All-purpose cleaning spray
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 17
HEX bit No.H5
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Pin punch
Hammer
Tap wrench
Long nose pliers
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: handbrake shoe – MERCEDES-BENZ CABRIOLET (A124). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: handbrake shoe – MERCEDES-BENZ CABRIOLET (A124). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    How to change Handbrake Shoes on Mercedes A124 Convertible 1991 - free PDF and video manuals
    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 3
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 4
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Convertible (A124) 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) 1992 Handbrake Shoes - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Loosen the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  3. Step 5
    Raise the car.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    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.
    Step 6
    Mercedes A124 Convertible 320 CE (124.066) 1993 Handbrake Shoes replacement: free workshop manuals
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: handbrake shoe – MERCEDES-BENZ CABRIOLET (A124). AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 7
    Changing Handbrake Shoes on MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Convertible (A124) 320 CE (124.066) 1991 by yourself
    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 8
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ 111 SERIES 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) 1992 Handbrake Shoes - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Clean the brake pad guide pins. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  6. Step 9
    How to replace Handbrake Shoes on MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Convertible (A124) 1993: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the brake pad guide pins. Use a pin punch. Use a hammer.
  7. Step 10
    How hard is it to do yourself: Handbrake Shoes replacement on Mercedes A124 Convertible 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) 1991 - download illustrated guide
    Remove the retaining spring of the brake pads.
  8. Step 11
    Need to know how to renew Handbrake Shoes on MERCEDES-BENZ 111 SERIES 1992? This free workshop manual will help you to do it yourself
    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar (2 pieces).
  9. Step 12
    Changing of Handbrake Shoes on Mercedes A124 Convertible 1993 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Remove the brake pads.
  10. Step 13
    MERCEDES-BENZ 111 SERIES 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) Handbrake Shoes replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 14
    Replacing Handbrake Shoes on Mercedes A124 Convertible 1992 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) by yourself
    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #17.
  12. Step 15
    W124 Convertible (A124) 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) 1993 Handbrake Shoes DIY replacement workshop manual
    Remove the fastening bolts.
  13. Step 16
    How to change Handbrake Shoes on MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Convertible (A124) 1991 - tips and tricks
    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: handbrake shoe – MERCEDES-BENZ CABRIOLET (A124). Tip:
    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.
  14. Step 17
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Mercedes A124 Convertible 1992 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) Handbrake Shoes
    Clean the brake disc fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 18
    DIY replacement of Handbrake Shoes on MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Convertible (A124) 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) 1993 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Unscrew the brake disc fasteners. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
  16. Step 19
    How to change Handbrake Shoes on Mercedes A124 Convertible 1991 - free PDF and video manuals
    Remove the fastening bolt.
  17. Step 20
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Convertible (A124) 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) 1992 Handbrake Shoes - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Release the parking brake adjuster. Use a flat screwdriver.
  18. Step 21
    Mercedes A124 Convertible 320 CE (124.066) 1993 Handbrake Shoes replacement: free workshop manuals
    Remove the brake disc.
  19. Step 22
    Changing Handbrake Shoes on MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Convertible (A124) 320 CE (124.066) 1991 by yourself
    Remove the lower brake shoe return spring. Use a flat screwdriver.
  20. Step 23
    How to remove MERCEDES-BENZ 111 SERIES 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) 1992 Handbrake Shoes - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Remove the hold-down springs of the parking brake shoes. Use long nose pliers.
  21. Step 24
    How to replace Handbrake Shoes on MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Convertible (A124) 1993: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the parking brake shoes.
  22. Step 25
    How hard is it to do yourself: Handbrake Shoes replacement on Mercedes A124 Convertible 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) 1991 - download illustrated guide
    Clean the mounting seats of the parking brake shoes. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  23. Step 26
    Need to know how to renew Handbrake Shoes on MERCEDES-BENZ 111 SERIES 1992? This free workshop manual will help you to do it yourself
    Remove the parking brake adjuster.
  24. Step 27
    Changing of Handbrake Shoes on Mercedes A124 Convertible 1993 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Clean the parking brake adjuster. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  25. Step 28
    Remove the upper return spring.
    Step 29
    MERCEDES-BENZ 111 SERIES 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) Handbrake Shoes replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Install the upper return spring.
  26. Step 30
    Replacing Handbrake Shoes on Mercedes A124 Convertible 1992 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) by yourself
    Install the parking brake adjuster.
  27. Step 31
    W124 Convertible (A124) 300 CE-24 3.0 (124.061) 1993 Handbrake Shoes DIY replacement workshop manual
    Install new parking brake shoes.
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