Just did the brakes and rotors today. I can confirm, you do not need to remove the caliper carrier. The rotor can be wiggled out gently. No need to remove the 18mm bolts!
I can confirm it's the same process and tools for 2014 gl 63amg. The only extra step I add a little high temp brake grease to the shim / pad contact area, helps with prevention of squeal.
Excellent video EXCEPT you skipped the piston retraction (most important step I was interested in seeing). At the beginning you show a caliper press tool as being required, but from the video (5:39) it appears that these are the screw type. Screw type or compression? Help? Can you edit that step into your presentation?
Great video!! Please show us how to change Nox censors and how to reset them. W166 or diesel engine have a common error of nox censor but cant find a good video on youtube.thanks!
I've got a x166 550. I want to upgrade to the GL 63 brakes, is it possible to upgrade? Obviously with the rotor, caliper and pads upgrade. Anything else to consider?
I really should have searched this video BEFORE trying to do the job. I did find out about the service mode after realizing the piston wouldn't compress. However, by that time, I had already taken the caliper off. It didn't retract all the way and I couldn't easily compress the piston with a clamp (had brake reservoir open). There wasn't enough clearance to put the caliper back on. I thought i could "reset" by exiting fitting mode and re-entering fitting mode. Upon exiting fitting mode (with caliper loose), the piston extended itself until it flew off 😭 There is no stop for it. Be careful! DIY was a piece of cake on the front, now a shop is fixing my mistake in the rear 💀
Why the Rear brakes squalling with all brand new Mercedes OEM parts on my W166 GLE400? I put brake paste on the back of the pads. There still squalling when it's cold outsight at a light pressure on the brakes coming to a stop. Once the rotors warm up the sounds goes away.
I have a 2015 ML400. Ran into snag on rear brakes. Didn’t have a caliper press and had to order it. Watched your video and saw the brake fitting position instruction. But did this with driver side rear brake disassembled. Wheel cylinder brake caliper extended all the way out. I’m worried I caused damage. I guess I’ll know when I get the retractor. Thanks for your video. Wish I had viewed it before starting the job. Live and learn.
You shot the piston out of your caliper lol? Well.. if you don’t want to bleed your brakes take a c clamp and push the piston back into the caliper, it will be extremely hard to set but once it’s in and set a little bit you’re good to go, or the easier way is take the caliper off and do the same thing.
Hi i have changed the front pads and sensor wire last week now just changed rear pads and sensor on the ml w166 but it is still saying check brake wear i have replaced the rear sensor wire twice but still saying check brake wear can you advise ? Thanks
Hi Deedee, often times you may need to use a scanner to reset the error code. Worth giving that a try, along with ensuring the sensors were plugged in correctly.
Word of the wise from a dealer tech..the caliper carrier does not have to be removed to remove the brake rotor.
Does that mean only the two bolts holding the brake assembly need to be removed and The rest of the brake assembly will come off?
Can confirm. Wiggles right on out of there. Also, the calipers are spin-in retracting, like most rear calipers. Easy job.
Thank you! Just did this rotor change today and didn’t have to remove the carrier. Easy job! Thanks for the tip!
This was a great tip!
Just did the brakes and rotors today. I can confirm, you do not need to remove the caliper carrier. The rotor can be wiggled out gently. No need to remove the 18mm bolts!
The best video for a brake job on my ML400!
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thanks for the professional video
Thanks for helping me today I real appreciate you❤❤❤
I can confirm it's the same process and tools for 2014 gl 63amg. The only extra step I add a little high temp brake grease to the shim / pad contact area, helps with prevention of squeal.
Thank you so much!
Do you need to replace any screws/bolts or anything?
Sir, your videos are a masterclass in how to show people how to do this work. Very nicely done.
Thanks for helping me today I real appreciate you❤❤❤
Thanks for helping me today I real appreciate you
Excellent video EXCEPT you skipped the piston retraction (most important step I was interested in seeing). At the beginning you show a caliper press tool as being required, but from the video (5:39) it appears that these are the screw type. Screw type or compression? Help? Can you edit that step into your presentation?
Very helpful! thx!!
Glad it was helpful!
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Will any break grease work on MB pins?
Does this apply to a 2015 GL63 AMG?
the brake pads removal tools ARE 13mm wrench/socket and 17 mm wrench NOT 15!!! Please DO NOT CONFUSE people!!! Thanks.
Tip - if fitment menu doesn’t come up press the answer button first then the okay button. I kept getting the reset trip odometer screen initially.
Great video!! Please show us how to change Nox censors and how to reset them. W166 or diesel engine have a common error of nox censor but cant find a good video on youtube.thanks!
Might be a stupid question but once the brake is activated can the ignition be turned off?
Typically, the scan tool you are using will ask you to turn off your ignition until you are ready to reset the parking brake on your vehicle!
Followed your instructions all the way and I have saved myself some kudos and, with a glass of chardonnay, feel very satisfied!
Can you do timing belt DIY for 1992-1995 Audi UrS4/S6 plz.
Done ✔️ thanks
Do you leave the parking brake engage for front rotor and brake change or does the front also need to be in service mode?
I've got a x166 550. I want to upgrade to the GL 63 brakes, is it possible to upgrade? Obviously with the rotor, caliper and pads upgrade. Anything else to consider?
I really should have searched this video BEFORE trying to do the job. I did find out about the service mode after realizing the piston wouldn't compress. However, by that time, I had already taken the caliper off. It didn't retract all the way and I couldn't easily compress the piston with a clamp (had brake reservoir open). There wasn't enough clearance to put the caliper back on. I thought i could "reset" by exiting fitting mode and re-entering fitting mode. Upon exiting fitting mode (with caliper loose), the piston extended itself until it flew off 😭 There is no stop for it. Be careful! DIY was a piece of cake on the front, now a shop is fixing my mistake in the rear 💀
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ha ha I din't know MB had onboard control of the eEBrake
I hear "Kyle Baskin" every time... DERN YOU TIGER KING!!!
Is it the same for W166 ML350?
Why the Rear brakes squalling with all brand new Mercedes OEM parts on my W166 GLE400? I put brake paste on the back of the pads. There still squalling when it's cold outsight at a light pressure on the brakes coming to a stop. Once the rotors warm up the sounds goes away.
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Thank you for doing these - very helpful - getting a caliper spreader was prolly the only extra tool - and even that isn't truly necessary.
Excellent work, Brendan!
how do you realign rear rotors to hub to get the t-screw and bolts back in, do I have to remove the brakes and caliper?
Awesome instructions and detail. thank you
If you have to regrease the pins which brake paste should be used. It’s not clear on the website which item to order.
You didn't add anti seize to the brake tabs. Also, does the Benz not have floats that need attention?
Is the caliber push in or twist in?
The piston on the caliper is to be pushed in!
Good work air
Would these fit a 2018 gle 43 base model
Professional explanation. Thank you!!!
Great video it helped a lot!
Glad it helped!
Nice leason leaned.
I have a 2015 ML400. Ran into snag on rear brakes. Didn’t have a caliper press and had to order it. Watched your video and saw the brake fitting position instruction. But did this with driver side rear brake disassembled. Wheel cylinder brake caliper extended all the way out. I’m worried I caused damage. I guess I’ll know when I get the retractor. Thanks for your video. Wish I had viewed it before starting the job. Live and learn.
Happened to me as well. Luckily I had someone reset it and retract it back without damage. I hope it worked for you
You shot the piston out of your caliper lol? Well.. if you don’t want to bleed your brakes take a c clamp and push the piston back into the caliper, it will be extremely hard to set but once it’s in and set a little bit you’re good to go, or the easier way is take the caliper off and do the same thing.
Any cross drilled option for 345 mm?
Thanks for helping me to❤
Can you re-use the existing brake pad thickness sensor or do you need to buy a new one?
We always recommend replacements as often times they will fall apart upon removal due to all the heat and cooling they go through.
Thanks your vid pal 😊
Awesome video, thanks
Hi i have changed the front pads and sensor wire last week now just changed rear pads and sensor on the ml w166 but it is still saying check brake wear i have replaced the rear sensor wire twice but still saying check brake wear can you advise ? Thanks
Hi Deedee, often times you may need to use a scanner to reset the error code. Worth giving that a try, along with ensuring the sensors were plugged in correctly.
@@fcpeuro thanks for your reply
good info
thank you, very helpful
Excellent!!!! Thank you!!
Glad it was helpful!
you might want to re-check the bracket bolt spec. as stated in the video to be 55NM, I believe is incorrect.
Whst is the correct one?
Thanks.
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Super!
Disliking this video because he fails to show how to retract the caliper, which was the main reason why I clicked to begin with.
It’s the first thing he shows. lol pay more attention
Thank you for this, it was a huge help in me changing the brakes on my ML 550.😊