How to carry out replacement: Brake Pads 250 D 2.5 (124.185) Mercedes S124 (W124)
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How to change rear brake pads on MERCEDES-BENZ W124 Estate (S124) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Pads on your MERCEDES-BENZ 123 SERIES
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ KOMBI Estate (S124). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
All-purpose cleaning spray
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 17
HEX bit No.H5
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Pin punch
Hammer
Tap wrench
Long nose pliers
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ KOMBI Estate (S124). 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 KOMBI Estate (S124). Use the following procedure:
  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.
    Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ KOMBI Estate (S124). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 7
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 8
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    Clean the brake pad guide pins. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  6. Step 9
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    Remove the brake pad guide pins. 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 (2 pieces).
  9. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  10. Step 13
    Clean the mounting seats of the brake pads on the brake caliper bracket. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – MERCEDES-BENZ KOMBI Estate (S124). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
    Step 14
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    Install new brake shoes.
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