HOW DID THE MERCEDES STOP !? * E350 BRAKES *
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So the check brake wear light appeared on my dash. So it was time for a change. This video sort of ended up being a "HOW TO' vid so if i helped you out or you just enjoyed watching, be sure to click the SUBSCRIBE & THUMBS UP button! LETS GET THE CHANNEL TO 1K SUBS!! @matarmstrongbmx
The video shows a user performing a brake service on a Mercedes E350 after the brake wear light appeared on the dash. The host begins by noting the issue and explaining that worn brake pads and possibly warped discs will be replaced, emphasizing the need to address the warning promptly. He describes the exterior modifications already applied to the car, giving context to the viewer about the channel's project car, and explains that the TT adjacent to the workspace is temporarily unavailable for the brake job. The procedure starts with removing the air cap from the brake reservoir, then loosening the caliper bolts and removing the worn caliper, followed by inspecting the rotor for scoring and deciding to replace it. The host systematically cleans and inspects slide pins, threads in new fasteners, applies copper grease to the back of the new pads, and reassembles the caliper with the new discs and pads, including replacing the wear sensor. After installing the new components, he demonstrates pressing the brake pedal to build pressure and reattaching the reservoir cap, stressing the importance of a proper brake bed-in procedure. The video ends with a brief update on the other project car in the frame and a reminder to viewers to subscribe for more content, tying the brake job to ongoing cosmetic and performance mods on the car line. The overall tone is instructional and practical, aimed at DIY enthusiasts who want a step-by-step guide to changing front brakes on an E350 while also sharing channel progress and future plans. The content blends hands-on mechanical steps with on-camera problem solving, occasional humor, and channel promotion, making it useful for viewers seeking a concrete example of brake maintenance in a home workshop setting.
Topics · car maintenance · brake service · diy · how-to · vehicle modification
Questions answered
- What car is the brake service performed on and which components are replaced?
- The service is performed on a Mercedes E350, replacing the front brake discs and pads and the wear sensor.
- What preparatory steps are taken before removing the caliper?
- The air cap on the brake reservoir is removed, and the caliper bolts are prepared for removal to free the caliper and allow access to the worn pads and discs.
- What is done to ensure the braking system is ready after assembly?
- The brake pedal is pumped slowly to build pressure, and the reservoir cap is reinstalled to seal the system after bed-in steps are completed.