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Front Discs and Pads Replacement

Model: Mercedes Sprinter MK 1, W901 - Years: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Part: Brake rotors

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Lift the vehicle on a ramp and remove the front wheel; then disconnect the brake pad wear sensor and pry between the disc and the pads to slightly retract the piston; remove the protective caps from the caliper mounting bolts and unscrew them to remove the caliper, extract the old pads, and fully retract the piston; then proceed to remove the caliper support and the disc from the hub; clean the disc seat on the hub and the sliding area of the pads on the support to remove dirt residues and then apply grease; install the new disc after washing it to remove protective oil, the caliper support, and insert the new pads before refitting the caliper, lubricating the corresponding pins.


Updated on 19 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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