How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs E 200 CDI / BlueTEC 2.2 (212.005, 212.006) W212
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When to replace the Brake Discs on your MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 250 CDI / BlueTEC 4-matic (212.082, 212.097), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 300 CDI / BlueTEC (212.020, 212.021, 212.027), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 350 CDI (212.023), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 350 CDI 4-matic (212.093), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 200 NGT (212.041), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 300 (212.054), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 350 4-matic (212.088), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 350 (212.059), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 300 (212.055), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 300 4-matic (212.080), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 200 (212.034), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 250 CGI (212.047, 212.147), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 350 CGI (212.057), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 350 4-matic (212.087), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 250 CDI / BlueTEC (212.003, 212.004), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 350 BlueTEC (212.024), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 350 CDI (212.025), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 200 CGI (212.048, 212.148), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 350 CDI 4-matic (212.089), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 300 CDI (212.020), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 350 (212.056), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 300 Hybrid / BlueTEC Hybrid (212.098), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 400 (212.065), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 400 4-matic (212.067), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 350 BlueTEC, MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 350 BlueTEC 4-matic (212.094), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 200 NGT (212.035), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 350 BlueTEC (212.026), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 350 BlueTEC 4-matic (212.094), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 400 (212.061), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 400 4-matic (212.099) … View more

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for E-Class Saloon (W212) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
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Replacement: brake discs – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS (W212). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 19
HEX bit No.H7
Torx bit T30
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Impact screwdriver
Round-nose pliers
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake discs – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS (W212). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS (W212) 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 E-CLASS (W212) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Connect the service equipment and switch the SBC system to service mode.
    Please note!
    Some vehicles may not have the SBC system.
    Step 3
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 4
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 5
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 6
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 7
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS (W212)
  4. Step 8
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 9
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    Detach the connector of the brake pad wear sensor. Use round-nose pliers.
  6. Step 10
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 11
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 12
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 13
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 14
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS (W212). Tip from AUTODOC:
    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.
  11. Step 15
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    Remove the brake pads.
  12. Step 16
    Disconnect the brake pads wear sensor.
    Step 17
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake discs – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS (W212). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  13. Step 18
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    Install the brake caliper wind back tool.
  14. Step 19
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 20
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #19. Use a tap wrench. Use a ratchet wrench.
  16. Step 21
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  17. Step 22
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    Clean the brake disc fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  18. Step 23
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver.
  19. Step 24
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    Remove the brake disc.
  20. Step 25
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  21. Step 26
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    Install the brake disc.
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