When to replace the Brake Caliper Repair Kit on your MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Repair Kit, brake caliper : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 220 D (202.021), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 200 D (202.122), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 180 (202.018), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 200 (202.020), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 280 (202.028), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 220 (202.022), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 180 (202.018), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 250 D (202.125), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 220 D (202.121), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 200 D (202.120) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Caliper Repair Kit for C-Class Saloon (W202) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: brake caliper repair kit – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS (W202). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Brake cleaner
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #9
Combination spanner #14
Drive socket # 9
Drive socket # 14
Drive socket # 17
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Brake hose clip
Brake bleeder kit
Water pump pliers
Pin punch
Hammer
Crow bar
Flat screwdriver
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake caliper repair kit – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS (W202). Tip:
  • 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 repair kit – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS (W202). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. 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.
  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
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS (W202)
  4. Step 7
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 8
    Clean the brake pad guide pins. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
    Step 9
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    Remove the brake pad guide pins. Use a pin punch. Use a hammer.
  6. Step 10
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    Remove the retaining spring of the brake pads.
  7. Step 11
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar (2 pieces).
  8. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads.
  9. Step 13
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    Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp.
  10. Step 14
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    Clean the mounting seat of the brake hose on the brake caliper. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 15
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    Loosen the brake hose fastener. Use a combination spanner #14.
  12. Step 16
    C-Class Saloon (W202) C 200 2.0 (202.020) 1996 Brake Caliper Repair Kit DIY replacement workshop manual
    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 17
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 18
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  15. Step 19
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    Remove the brake caliper.
  16. Step 20
    How to change Brake Caliper Repair Kit on W202 1993 - free PDF and video manuals
    Unscrew the brake hose from the brake caliper.
  17. Step 21
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    Clean the brake bleeder screw. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  18. Step 22
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    Undo the brake bleeder screw. Use a drive socket #9. Use a ratchet wrench.
  19. Step 23
    Changing Brake Caliper Repair Kit on MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W202) C 220 CDI 2.2 (202.133) 1996 by yourself
    Unscrew the fasteners connecting the two parts of the brake caliper. Use a drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
  20. Step 24
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  21. Step 25
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    Separate the two parts of the caliper from each other.
  22. Step 26
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    Remove the o-rings. Use a flat screwdriver.
  23. Step 27
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    Remove the dust boots of the brake caliper pistons. Use a flat screwdriver.
  24. Step 28
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    Remove the brake caliper pistons. Use water pump pliers.
  25. Step 29
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    Remove the piston O-rings. Use a flat screwdriver.
  26. Step 30
    Replacing Brake Caliper Repair Kit on W202 1995 C 180 1.8 (202.018) by yourself
    Clean the mounting seats of the pistons and related components. Use a wire brush. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  27. Step 31
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    Install new caliper piston O-rings.
  28. Step 32
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    Fit dust boots on new brake caliper pistons.
    Replacement: brake caliper repair kit – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS (W202). AUTODOC recommends:
    Treat the pistons and their seats with brake fluid to prevent scoring on the walls of the cylinders during installation.
  29. Step 33
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    Install the new brake caliper pistons.
  30. Step 34
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    Install dust boot retaining rings.
  31. Step 35
    Install new o-rings.
    Step 36
    How to change Brake Caliper Repair Kit on W202 1993 - free PDF and video manuals
    Join the two parts of the caliper together.
  32. Step 37
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    Install the fastening bolts.
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