Change Car Front Brake Discs and Pads Mercedes-Benz CLS

Change Car Front Brake Discs and Pads

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

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

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 CLS 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 CLS?

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 CLS 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
CLS 2005-2011 2005-2011 280 Petrol (272.943), 320 CDI Diesel (642.920), 350 CDI Diesel (642.920), 350 CGi Petrol (272.985), 350, -LPG LPG,Petrol (272.964), 500, -LPG LPG,Petrol (113.967), 500/550 Petrol (273.960), 55 AMG V8 Kompressor Petrol (113.990), 63 AMG Petrol (156.983) Diesel, LPG, Petrol
CLS 2010-2017 2010-2017 220 BlueTEC, -T Diesel (651.924), 250 BlueTEC, -4MATIC Diesel (651.924), 250 CDI BlueEFF Diesel (651.924), 350 BlueEFF Petrol (276.952), 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC Diesel (642.858), 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC Diesel (642.858), 350 BlueTEC Diesel (642.852), 350 CDI 4MATIC Diesel (642.858), 350 C… Diesel, Petrol
CLS 2018-2023 2018-2023 300 d Diesel (654.920), 350 EQ Boost, -4MATIC 48V (MHEV),Petrol (264.920), 350d, -4MATIC Diesel (656.929), 400d 4MATIC Diesel (656.929), 450 EQ Boost, -4MATIC 48V (MHEV),Petrol (256.930), 53 AMG 4MATIC 48V (MHEV),Petrol (256.930) 48V (MHEV), Diesel, Petrol

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