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Old 07-04-2009, 10:20 AM
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Do you need an advanced scan tool for brake work on '04 E500?

I'm looking in the WIS about changing the pads and rotors on my '04 E500 and I read the car has a high pressure SBC brake system and something about a scanner being required to release the pressure before I can change the pads. Any insight into this? So I can't just squeeze the pads to retract the pistons and remove the caliper?

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Old 07-04-2009, 11:40 AM
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IIRC you can remove key from ign and close the doors w/o reopening, and the system will go to sleep after 20 minutes.

Do verify independently before proceeding.

*edit* SBC plug must be disconnected first, THEN follow above procedure.
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Old 07-04-2009, 12:30 PM
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I would do what the manual says and not take any chances. And yes you need a advanced scan tool to do it
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Old 07-04-2009, 12:36 PM
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you can make sure that you will be safe by unplugging the abs module.large plug comes off very easily.
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Scanner not required; see post 2
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=236731&highlight=sbc+brake+service
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Old 07-04-2009, 01:31 PM
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You mean disconnect this connector?


Can I flush the brakes like normal as well?
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Old 07-04-2009, 06:50 PM
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Bleeding no; you need to read up on DIY's on other sites before attempting that job; otherwise you will set a code that can only be erased by a high end scanner.

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