How to carry out replacement: Brake Calipers 500 5.0 (230.475) Mercedes SL R230
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How to change rear brake caliper on MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R230) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Calipers on your MERCEDES-BENZ SL
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake caliper : 100000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R230). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Flare nut spanner №14
Combination spanner #10
Drive socket # 8
Torx bit T40
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Round-nose pliers
Crow bar
Brake hose clip
Brake bleeder kit
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R230). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right brake calipers on the same axle.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R230). Use the following procedure:
  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
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
    Step 4
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
    How to replace MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R230) 500 5.0 (230.475) 2002 Brake Calipers - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R230). AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  3. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 7
    Changing Brake Calipers on MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R230) 500 (230.471) 2004 by yourself
    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a flat screwdriver.
  5. Step 8
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    Disconnect the brake pads wear sensor. Use round-nose pliers.
    Please note!
    Some cars are not equipped with the brake pad wear sensor.
  6. Step 9
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    Unscrew the ABS cable holder. Use a drive socket #8. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 10
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    Detach the ABS wiring harness bracket.
  8. Step 11
    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
    Step 12
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 13
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use Torx T40. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 14
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    Remove the guide pins from the brake caliper.
  11. Step 15
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  12. Step 16
    Clean the area where the brake hose is connected to the caliper, and the guide pins area. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R230). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
    Step 17
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    Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp.
  13. Step 18
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    Loosen the brake hose fastening. Use a flare nut spanner #14.
  14. Step 19
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R230). Professionals recommend:
    When replacing the brake caliper, it is recommended to check the brake hose for damages and, if necessary, to replace it with a new one.When replacing a brake caliper it is recommended to replace brake pads, check the state of the brake discs and replace them with new ones if necessary.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.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.
  15. Step 20
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    Remove the brake pads.
  16. Step 21
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    Unscrew the brake hose from the brake caliper. Use a flare nut spanner #14.
  17. Step 22
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    Disconnect the brake hose.
  18. Step 23
    Treat the brake hose. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R230). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
    Step 24
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    Install and fix the brake hose into a new caliper. Use a flare nut spanner #14.
  19. Step 25
    Changing Brake Calipers on MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R230) 500 (230.471) 2004 by yourself
    Install the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake caliper – MERCEDES-BENZ SL (R230). Tip:
    If going to use the old brake pads, clean them.
  20. Step 26
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    Install the brake caliper and fix it.
  21. Step 27
    Screw in the guide pins.
    Step 28
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    Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use Torx T40. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 28 Nm torque.
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