When to replace the Brake Pads on your MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Coupe (CL203) C 230 (203.752), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Coupe (CL203) C 350 (203.756), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Coupe (CL203) C 320 (203.764), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Coupe (CL203) C 230 Kompressor (203.740), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Coupe (CL203) C 230 Kompressor (203.747) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS Coupe (CL203). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 16
HEX bit No.H5
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Tap wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Pin punch
Hammer
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS Coupe (CL203). AUTODOC recommends:
  • Perform the replacement of brake pads in complete set for each axis. This provides effective braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for all brake pads on the same axle.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS Coupe (CL203). Recommended sequence of 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:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS Coupe (CL203)
  4. Step 7
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 8
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    Clean the brake pads fasteners. Use a brake cleaner. Use a wire brush.
  6. Step 9
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    Remove the brake pad pin. Use a pin punch. Use a hammer.
  7. Step 10
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    Remove the retaining spring of the brake pads.
  8. Step 11
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake disc and pads – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS Coupe (CL203). Tip:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  10. Step 13
    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS Coupe (CL203). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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    Treat the brake caliper pistons. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
  11. Step 15
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    Wind back the brake caliper pistons. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
  12. Step 16
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    Treat the surface of the brake pads that contacts the brake caliper. Use anti-squeal paste.
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