How to carry out replacement: Brake Pads V 220 CDI (638.294) Mercedes W638
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How to change rear brake pads on MERCEDES-BENZ V-Class (W638/2) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Pads on your MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ V-Class (W638/2) V 230 TD (638.274), MERCEDES-BENZ V-Class (W638/2) V 230 (638.234, 638.294), MERCEDES-BENZ V-Class (W638/2) V 280 (638.244, 638.294), MERCEDES-BENZ V-Class (W638/2) V 200 (638.214, 638.294), MERCEDES-BENZ V-Class (W638/2) V 200 CDI (638.294), MERCEDES-BENZ V-Class (W638/2) V 220 CDI (638.294) … View more

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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 16
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Rubber mallet
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 4
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the brake pads fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the retaining springs of the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the brake pad retaining pin.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the retainer of the brake pads. Use a crowbar. Use a rubber mallet.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 12
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 13
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a drive socket #13. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 14
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    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.
  13. Step 15
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ V-CLASS (638/2). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  14. Step 16
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
  15. Step 17
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    Clean the mounting seat of the brake caliper. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  16. Step 18
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    Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use a drive socket #13. Use a drive socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 29 Nm torque.
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