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Old 10-06-2002, 07:55 AM
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Arrow Brake Pedal Firmness

The brakes on my C280 were changed recently.... I had all 4 rotors, all sets of pads changed, new sensors, and new brake fluid. Prior to the service, and past brake replacements, I notice that the brake pedal always needs more brake pressure to stop as effectively. In addition, the brake must be pushed much further than normal, as if there is not "bite" to them.

But after I had all 4 brakes done (and, like past brake services), I instantly noticed the "bite" to the brakes again. The brakes were like MERCEDES brakes again! They were touchy, and required little effort to stop the car quickly.

The brake pedal firmness always re-appears after I get new pads, I recall having been told (on Mercedesshop) awhile back that this is not normal. Is it? or ISN'T it?


Thx for the help guys.
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1993 300E 3.2L Sedan w/ close to about 300k miles
2003 E500 Brilliant Silver (Had 217k miles when totalled!)
1989 300E with 289,000 miles (had for <1 yr while in HI)
03 CLK 500 cabrio (Mom's)
2006 C230k (Dad's)
1999 S420 (Mom's/Dad's)
2000 C230k Sport sedans
2001 CLK320 Cabrio (Mom's)
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