When to replace the Brake Pads on your MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 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 500 (212.073), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 500 4-matic (212.091), 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 500 (212.072), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 500 4-matic (212.090), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 220 CDI / BlueTEC (212.001, 212.002), 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 CDI / BlueTEC (212.005, 212.006), 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 220 CDI, 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 220 BlueTEC (212.001), 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), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 220 BlueTEC 4-matic (212.011), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 180 (212.040), MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class Saloon (W212) E 250 (212.052) 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 Pads for E-Class Saloon (W212) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models
Tools
Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS (W212). Tools you need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Torque wrench
HEX bit No.H7
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Round-nose pliers
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS (W212). 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 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:
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  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 pads – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS (W212). Tip:
    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.
    Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS (W212). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  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 pads – 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 from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS (W212). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  15. Step 20
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    Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.
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