Change Car Front Brake Discs and Pads Mercedes-Benz B-Class

Change Car Front Brake Discs and Pads

Easy 2h00–2h30 ~200–250£
Estimated time 2h00–2h30
Estimated labour cost ~200–250£
Difficulty Easy
Renew both front brake discs 2h00–2h30
Renew both rear brake discs 2h30–3h00

What is the role of brake discs and pads on a Mercedes-Benz B-Class?

When you press the brake pedal, hydraulic pressure pushes the brake caliper pistons, which press the brake pads against the rotating discs. Through friction, kinetic energy is converted into heat, slowing the vehicle.

When should you change the Mercedes-Benz B-Class front brake discs?

Brake discs should be measured with a micrometer; if below minimum thickness stamped on the disc, replacement is mandatory. Discs typically last 60,000–80,000 km. Always replace discs in pairs.

Why change discs and pads together on the Mercedes-Benz B-Class?

It is strongly recommended to change discs and pads together to ensure optimal braking performance. New pads on worn discs will not bed in properly, leading to reduced braking efficiency, noise, and uneven wear.

Is it difficult to change Mercedes-Benz B-Class front brake discs and pads?

Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy. Key steps: raise the vehicle, remove the wheel, unbolt the caliper and bracket, slide off the old disc, clean the hub face, fit the new disc, refit the bracket and caliper with new pads. Pump the brake pedal before driving.

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3 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
B-Class 2005-2011 2005-2011 150, -LPG LPG,Petrol (266.920), 170 NGT BlueEFF CNG,Petrol (266.960), 170, -LPG LPG,Petrol (266.940), 180 BlueEFF, LPG LPG,Petrol (266.940), 180 CDI Diesel (640.940), 200 CDI Diesel (640.941), 200 Turbo, -LPG LPG,Petrol (266.980), 200, -LPG LPG,Petrol (266.960) CNG, Diesel, LPG, Petrol
B-Class 2011-2018 2011-2018 160 CDI Diesel (607.951 (K9K)), 160 Petrol (270.910), 180 CDI Diesel (607.951 (K9K)), 180 CDI Diesel (651.901), 180 CGI, LPG LPG,Petrol (270.910), 200 CDI Diesel (651.901), 200 CDI, -4MATIC Diesel (651.930), 200 CGi Petrol (270.910), 200 NGT CNG,Petrol (270.920), 220 CDI Diesel … CNG, Diesel, LPG, Petrol
B-Class 2019-2025 2019-2025 160 d Diesel (608.915 (K9K)), 160 Petrol (282.914), 180 D Diesel (608.915 (K9K)), 180 D Diesel (654.920), 180 Petrol (282.914), 200 D Diesel (654.920), 200 Petrol (282.914), 220 4MATIC 48V (MHEV),Petrol (260.920), 220 D Diesel (654.920), 250, -4MATIC 48V (MHEV),Petrol (260.920) 48V (MHEV), Diesel, Petrol

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