Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 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 200 CDI (204.201), 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 350 CDI (204.223), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 350 CGI (204.257), 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 350 (204.256), 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 320 CDI (204.222), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 320 CDI 4-matic (204.289), 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 350 CDI (204.225), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 350 CDI 4-matic (204.292), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 250 CDI (204.203), 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 350 CDI (204.225), 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), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 350 CDI 4-matic (204.289), MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class T-modell (S204) C 300 CDI 4-matic (204.292) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204). List of the tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      Nylon cleaning brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Electronic spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Ceramic grease
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Torx bit E10
                    
                      HEX bit no.H7
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #17
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Long nose pliers
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204). AUTODOC experts recommend:

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.
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:

Step 1

Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.

Step 2

Secure the wheels with chocks.

Step 3

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 4

Raise the car.

Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204). Tip from AUTODOC:
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 5

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)
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Detach the connector of the brake pad wear sensor. Use long nose pliers.
Step 8

Clean the fasteners of the brake pad wear sensor wiring harness. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 9

Unscrew the fasteners of the brake pad wear sensor wiring harness. Use Torx E10. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 10

Remove the fastening bolt.
Step 11

Detach the brake pad wear sensor wiring harness.
Step 12

Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
Step 13

Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
Step 14

Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 15

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 16

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – 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.
Step 17

Remove the brake pads.

AUTODOC recommends:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 18

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 T-Model (S204). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 19

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 20

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 21

Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.

Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204). Professionals recommend:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 22

Install new brake pads.
Step 23

Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 24

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
Step 25

Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
Step 26

Attach the brake pad wear sensor wiring harness.
Step 27

Install the fastening bolt.
Step 28

Tighten the fasteners of the brake pad wear sensor wiring harness. Use Torx E10. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 8 Nm torque.
Step 29

Treat the brake pad wear sensor plug. Use dielectric grease.
Step 30

Attach the connector of the brake pad wear sensor.
Step 31

Install the brake caliper retaining spring.
Step 32

Clean the wheel rim mounting seat. Use a wire brush.
Step 33

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use ceramic grease.
Step 34

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 35

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204)
Step 36

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 37

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 130 Nm torque.
Step 38

Remove the jacks and chocks.

AUTODOC recommends:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 39

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS T-Model (S204). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Slow down smoothly for first 150-200 km after the brake pads replacement. Avoid unneccessary and sharp braking to a stop.

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