C 55 AMG (203.076) V8-5.5L (113.988) (2006)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
AR42.10-P-0070PF Remove/Install Front Axle Brake Caliper
Remove/Install Front Axle Brake Caliper
- with CODE (949) EVOLUTION sport package
- with CODE (950) EVOLUTION AMG sport package
Remove/Install
DANGER:
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Risk of poisoning from swallowing brake fluid. Risk of injury from brake fluid coming into contact with skin and eyes.
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Pour brake fluid only into suitable and appropriately marked containers. Wear protective clothing and eye protection when handling
brake fluid.
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Risk of death. Death may result if vehicle slips or topples from the lifting platform.
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Align vehicle between the columns of the lifting platform and position the four support plates at the lifting platform support points
specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
1
Raise vehicle.
2
Remove wheels
3
Disconnect brake hose from brake line
CAUTION:
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See notes on repairs to brake system
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See notes on handling brake fluid
4
Disconnect brake hose from fixed brake caliper (31a)
CAUTION: Seal connections with plugs immediately, in order to avoid damage due to brake fluid running out.
NOTE: When loosening or tightening the brake line on the brake hose, take care not to twist the bracket. Counterhold at two flats on brake hose
using open-end wrench.
CAUTION: See notes on installing brake hoses
5
Disconnect left front brake pad contact sensor (S10/1) at the connector of the left front brake pad contact sensor (S10/1x1)
NOTE: Removal on the right side is analogous to the left side.
CAUTION: See notes on stalling contact sensors for brake wear indicator
6
Unscrew connector of left front brake pad contact sensor (S10/1x1) from fixed brake caliper