Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 111 CDI (639.701, 639.703, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 111 CDI 4x4 (639.701, 639.703, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 115 CDI 4x4 (639.701, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 110 CDI (639.701, 639.703, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 113 CDI (639.701, 639.703, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 116 CDI (639.701, 639.703, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 122 CDI (639.701, 639.703, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 116 CDI 4x4 (639.701, 639.703, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 113 CDI 4x4 (639.701, 639.703, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 119 (639.701, 639.703, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 122 (639.701, 639.703, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 109 CDI (639.701), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 123 (639.701), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 109 CDI (639.701, 639.703), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 109 CDI 4x4 (639.701), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 126 (639.701, 639.703, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 111 CDI (639.701, 639.703, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 120 CDI (639.701, 639.703, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 123 (639.701, 639.703, 639.705), MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) E-CELL (639.703) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change brake discs and brake pads on MERCEDES VITO W639 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for VITO Bus (W639) and other MERCEDES-BENZ models

Brake pad set

        Brake pad set for MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 110 CDI (639.701, 639.703, 639.705) Diesel (95 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 113 CDI (639.701, 639.703, 639.705) Diesel (136 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 116 CDI (639.701, 639.703, 639.705) Diesel (163 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 122 CDI (639.701, 639.703, 639.705) Diesel (224 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 116 CDI 4x4 (639.701, 639.703, 639.705) Diesel (163 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 113 CDI 4x4 (639.701, 639.703, 639.705) Diesel (136 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 119 (639.701, 639.703, 639.705) Petrol (190 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 111 CDI (639.701, 639.703, 639.705) Diesel (109 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for MERCEDES-BENZ VITO Bus (W639) 122 (639.701, 639.703, 639.705) Petrol (218 hp)

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes Vito W639. List of the tools you'll need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        Nylon cleaning brush
                      
                        WD-40 spray
                      
                        Brake cleaner 
                      
                        Anti-squeal paste
                      
                        Copper grease 
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Drive socket # 12 
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #17
                      
                        Brake caliper wind back tool
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Wheel chock

Buy tools

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes Vito W639. 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 Vito W639. Use the following procedure:

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 rear of the car and secure on supports.
Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes Vito W639. Tip:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 8

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a drive socket #12. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 10

Remove the guide pins from the brake caliper.

Step 11

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes Vito W639. 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. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 12

Remove the brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes Vito W639. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
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 Vito W639. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 14

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

AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 15

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes Vito W639. Professionals recommend:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 16

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

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes Vito W639. Tip from AUTODOC:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 17

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 18

Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 19

Screw in the guide pins.

Step 20

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use a drive socket #12. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 32 Nm torque.
Step 21

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 22

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes Vito W639. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 23

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. Mercedes Vito W639
Step 24

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 25

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 26

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – Mercedes Vito W639. AUTODOC recommends:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 27

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

AUTODOC recommends:
Mercedes Vito W639 – Press the brake pedal several times with the engine shut down until you feel the resistance built up.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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