Similar Job? - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

asti84 · #1 04-29-2003, 09:18 PM

I just did the front brakes on 1984 300DT (W123) How similar is the front brake job if i wanted to do my 1999ML 430. Thanks Guys.

Q · #2 04-29-2003, 10:16 PM

Front ML brake pad swap is easy. You have to take the calipers off to do it though.

asti84 · #3 04-30-2003, 12:34 AM

Thanks. Where are the calipers? Do i need specal tools?

tabo · #4 04-30-2003, 10:06 AM

Floating caliper.. Easiest kind of brakes to change.. I believe the caliper is held by two allen 5 socket... change it when the brake light maintenace light is on!

G-Benz · #5 04-30-2003, 11:13 AM

Not really. The calipers are bolted onto the backing plate behind the disc. I just did the rears a few weeks ago, but I don't remember what size wrench (or socket) I used.

Just take care while installing pads to rest the caliper somewhere that doesn't cause any damage to the brake hose attached to it.

That Pete Guy · #6 05-01-2003, 12:15 PM

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Originally posted by Q
Front ML brake pad swap is easy. You have to take the calipers off to do it though.

You do not need to take the calipers off to swap brake pads.

tabo · #7 05-01-2003, 09:05 PM

How easy it was for me to change the ML rotors too.. they came out with no effort.. possibly the reason was they are changed around every 2nd or 3rd brake change.. they were sure heavy!

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That Pete Guy · #8 05-01-2003, 10:54 PM

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Originally posted by DUTCH
The easiest brake job I've ever done is the front brake pads on the 460 series G. Remove the wheel, tap out one retaining pin, slide the old pads out, press the pistons back, slide the new pads in and tap the retaining pin back in. Tools: Small ball pean hammer and and a small punch. Once the wheel is off, it's a 5 minute job - max.

Sounds like the ML.