When to replace the Brake Discs on your MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 250 CGI (204.247), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 180 CGI (204.249), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 250 CDI 4-matic (204.282), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 180 CDI (204.200), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 180 Kompressor (204.246), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 200 Kompressor (204.241), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 230 (204.252), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 280 (204.254), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 200 CDI (204.207), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 220 CDI (204.208), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 180 Kompressor (204.245), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 220 CDI (204.202), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 220 CDI (204.208), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 300 (204.254), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 200 CGI (204.248), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 220 CDI 4-matic (204.284), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 220 CDI (204.202), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 180 (204.231), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 250 (204.252) 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 Discs for C-Class T-modell (S204) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: brake discs – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204). Tools you need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Electronic spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #18
Torx bit E10
Torx bit T30
HEX bit no.H7
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Flat screwdriver
Impact screwdriver
Long nose pliers
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204) in complete set for each axis. Regardless of the state of components. This will ensure even braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both brake disks on the same axle.
  • When changing the brake discs, always replace the brake pads.
  • Please note: all work on the car – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 4
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    Raise the car.
    Replacement: brake discs – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    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.
  3. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204)
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Detach the connector of the brake pad wear sensor. Use long nose pliers.
  6. Step 8
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    Clean the fasteners of the brake pad wear sensor wiring harness. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the brake pad wear sensor wiring harness. Use Torx E10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  9. Step 11
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    Detach the brake pad wear sensor wiring harness.
  10. Step 12
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  12. Step 14
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 15
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  14. Step 16
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204). AUTODOC experts 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.
  15. Step 17
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    Remove the brake pads.
  16. Step 18
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  17. Step 19
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    Unscrew the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a combination spanner #18.
  18. Step 20
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  19. Step 21
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  20. Step 22
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    Clean the brake disc fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  21. Step 23
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver.
  22. Step 24
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  23. Step 25
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    Release the parking brake adjuster. Use a flat screwdriver.
  24. Step 26
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    Remove the brake disc.
  25. Step 27
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  26. Step 28
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    Treat the contacting surface. Use ceramic grease.
  27. Step 29
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    Install the brake disc.
  28. Step 30
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  29. Step 31
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 10 Nm torque.
  30. Step 32
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    Set the parking brake adjuster in the correct position. Use a flat screwdriver.
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