Brake Pad Screw Up (W123)

[Mark Herzig]

OK. I need some guidance friends.. I attempted my first brake pad change (the '85 300D) and I think I am under water...

My first mistake was removing both pads. I then retracted one of the pistons to get the new pad in. The other side of the caliper is now very close to the roter and I am unable to get it retracted.

So I am stuck...

I don't what to create more problems but not too sure how to proceed.

First thought is to remove the caliper and get a better perspective on the situation. No problem identifying the 19mm bolts to remove (Thank you Gordon for the CD on brake rebuild) but the brake line removal seems tricky for some reason.. I can;t remove the line from the caliper because of twisting and the 17mm at the juncture of the metal brake line and the housing does not seem obvious...

Friends, I've got other issues in my life right now (minor) but this one is kicking my a$$ right now.. I need some mentoring...

humble and forcing a smile...

Mark