General description of the braking system The hydraulic brake system consists of a master cylinder, a servo cylinder and disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels. The system has two circuits, one of which...
Replacing the rear and front disc brake pads Note: Models in question may be fitted with BENDIX, GIRLING and TEVES brake calipers. They differ slightly from each other in the brake pad mounting system. Removing...
Replacing the front brake disc Removing Loosen wheel bolts. Jack up and support the front end. Remove front wheel. 5. Cover. 16. Brake hose. 20. Self-locking bolts. 23. Steering trapezoid lever. 26....
Replacing the rear brake disc Removing Loosen wheel bolts. Jack up and support the rear. Remove rear wheel. 16. Fixing spring. 17. Fingers. 18. Brake pads. 20. Brake hose. Loosen fixing screws (2)...
Brake fluid — general information When working with brake fluid, remember the following: Brake fluid must be stored in such a way as to prevent accidental access to it. Brake fluid is corrosive to metal,...
Bleeding the brake system After any work related to the violation of the tightness of the brake system, air enters it, which must be pumped out. If the brake pedal "fails" when pressed, this is...
Brake pipes and hoses — replacement The master brake cylinder is connected to the flexible brake hoses on the calipers through steel tubes. The brake pipes are crimped at the front and have a tapered piece...
Hand brake — design description 1. Bracket. 2. The switch of a control lamp. 3. Retracting spring. 4. Brake release lever. 5. Traction with a chain. 6. Nut. 7. Decorative bolt. 8. Thrust washer. 9....
Servo Cylinder — Operation Check If you have to press very hard on the pedal to brake, you should check the operation of the servo cylinder. With the engine off, fully depress the brake pedal at least 5...
Replacing the front brake cable Removing Raise and support the car. On models with a heat shield under the intermediate lever (6), support the rear of the exhaust system with a jack, remove the rubber...
Replacing the rear brake cable Raise and support the car. Remove the handbrake shoes and knuckles. Unscrew from the diagonal lever (4) screw (25) and disconnect the brake cable. 4. Intermediate arm...
Handbrake brake pads Removing Remove the rear brake disc. Rotate rear axle flange (15) so that one of the threaded holes (24) rise above the spring. Lightly compress the spring with a...
Handbrake adjustment If the lever needs to be lifted more than 5 clicks to apply the handbrake, the brake needs to be adjusted. Loosen one bolt on both rear wheels. Jack up and support the...
Anti-lock braking system (ABS system) By separate order of the machine brand "Mercedes" can be equipped with an anti-lock braking system. Subsequently, it is no longer possible to install ABS on a car that...
Checking the Low Brake Fluid Level Indicator brake reservoir (2) located in the engine compartment. Its cover (4) It has an air vent that must not be covered under any circumstances. The reservoir has transparent...
Checking the thickness of the brake pads When the brake pads of the front brakes are heavily worn, a signal lamp lights up on the shield. In this case, the pads are subject to urgent replacement. Loosen wheel...
Checking the thickness of the brake discs Loosen wheel bolts. Raise and support the car, remove the wheels. Measure the thickness of the brake discs. In the workshop, a special tool is used for this (035), since...
Visual inspection of brake pipes Brake pipes should be inspected every 20,000 km. Raise and support the car. Clean the brake lines with a degreaser. Attention: To prevent corrosion of the tubes, they...
Brake Fluid Replacement Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air through the pores in the hoses and the vent in the reservoir cap, causing the fluid to gradually drop its boiling point. If the...
Checking the handbrake The handbrake acts on the rear wheels through two drum brakes. Jack up and support the back of the car. Engage the handbrake 2 clicks and turn both wheels by hand. In...
Tightening torques for threaded connections Brakes Engine 280S and 280SE 380SE and 500SE 350SE and 450SE Bolt with internal hexagon for fastening the brake disc to the front wheel hub 115 115 115 Hexagonal set...