I recently changed the front discs and calipers due to the driver's side sticking and making the disc red hot. So I changed both sides and it seems to be happening on the passenger side know. I have bled the lines and that did not work. When I step on the brakes it pulls hard to the right and will stick there. What can be the problem? My fiance just got this willed to her and we do not know much about the Mercedes.



1973 450SEL

The rubber brake line may be collapsed causing the caliper to stick/not release properly. Since the car is 31 years old it's probably time to replace the brake lines on all 4 calipers.

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Fred Hoelzle

You'll probably need to get you calipers rebuilt. The pistons will tend to either stick or leak on a worn caliper.

Swollen brake lines can also give a similar but milder effect. Did to old pads wear diferently (noticably) on each side of the same caliper? if they did then you'll definately need a caliper overhaul

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Alex.

MB Tech
Sydney, Australia
Volvo 122S
W201 190D 2.5 manual
W202 C240
W203 C32

Cddaily, your original post may have caused some confusion. You mentioned that you replaced the front discs and calipers. Did you actually replace the calipers or simply the front discs and brake pads?

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Fred Hoelzle

I replaced the discs, calipers and pads completely. I have ordered new brake lines and will try that. Where online is the best place to get parts, quick realiable and not bad priced? I bought all the brake parts at *************** .

You could try here: http://catalog.eautopartscatalog.com/mercedesshop/sophio/quote.jsp?clientid=mercedesshop&cookieid=1AM13H66E&baseurl=http://catalog.peachparts.com/&partner=mercedesshop&year=1973&product=N7000-16092&application=000015161

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2007 C 230 Sport.

Cddaily, check prices at thebenzbin.com

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Fred Hoelzle