Mercedes-Benz ML-500 easy brake pad replacement.

Changing out brake pads on your Mercedes ML step by step. Simple maintenance for all you Do-it-yourself types out there. Save money and keep your vehicle operating at its best. Disclaimer If you follow these instructions you do so at your own risk, I do not assume liability. If you are an accident waiting to happen, you probably want to have someone else do this!

[@sarsfieldsharpening8289]

Many thanks for clear and simple instructions. Many instructional clips seem to me to be the author wanting to show off their end product, rather than helping others get there. This one just tells me what I need to know. Thank you!

[@PeakHealthPursuits]

Thanks a lot for posting this. I saved myself 300 bacs, I bought the pads my self and fitted both front and rear without any issues. Many thanks.

[@mistertee4453]

Many thanks. I thought I have to remove the 2 caliper bolts before I can removed the pads, but this video showed me that it was not necessary. Very helpful and thanks again.

[@oscarpaz1]

A very simple way to do your own breaks, I have a 2005 ML500 with 99000 miles on it and i have changed this beak pads on this vehicle without being robed at the MB dealerships

[@robertkimbrough3616]

So glad to see this excellent video. Planning 4 wheel beake pad replacement this weekend on my 2001 ML430.

[@RayVal53]

I wish you the best! Happy trails!

[@realtalktvhi808]

I wish I had watch this before I changed the brakes on my 2004 ML500! You made it look super easy, thanks.

[@RayVal53]

No problem! Glad it helped you!

[@clarehollinshead600]

this is great was wondering how hard it would be for me to change my brake discs, but seeing this great video im going to do them myself, thanks

[@ValkoYotov]

thank you Sir you are absolutely right that was the easiest job I have done on my car ever! In fact removing and installing the tyres was more hard than the actual change of the brake pads :-) thank you again you have saved me £240 - the garage was asking for £300 in total I bought the front and rear pads pads for £60 :-)

[@RayVal53]

Glad I could help! Cheers!

[@figgiefigueroa7372]

The best brakes change ever!!!!!!

[@speedy210276]

Great video. Well presented and helpful. Thanks pal.

[@anilbasra1248]

nice compilation with the instruments requirements.. nice

[@RayVal53]

Hey thanks! Glad you enjoyed and hope it helped!

[@Luisperez-dc1kn]

Thanks man. You made it look so easy. Nice video.

[@RayVal53]

+Luis perez Thank YOU! I hope it helped. Happy trails!

[@jetman424]

Love the video, You made it look easy, thank you sir.

[@RayVal53]

Thanks for the props! Glad I could help and as alwayhs, happy trails!

[@RayVal53]

You're welcome! Glad it helped!

[@trinaniue2257]

U are certified u helped a lot of ppl including myself thnx for the upload

[@RayVal53]

+Trina Niue :) Much obliged! Safe miles and happy trails. :)

[@XFiorentti]

Great tip....every time I change my break pads they always change my rotors

[@Galileo9.81]

Great tutorial. Saves a lot!

[@RayVal53]

Thank you! Happy driving!

[@darronc5928]

Great video!!! Thanks

[@pacetehenry9236]

Good explanation thank you sir..

[@nicke2307]

Only thing missing is to scuff rotors if you dont plan on replacing them but other than that very accurate

[@scottfree6]

Hey man, thanks for that video...great illustration of how to change these pads. well shot, and well explained...great one dude and thanks again..THUMBS UP!!! I see someone else asked a similar question but is a 2002 ml320 a similar procedure??

[@thomasbristan4121]

THANK YOU VERY MUCH.

[@RayVal53]

Happy trails!

[@dkbeard3810]

Great Job!

[@RayVal53]

Thank you!

[@RayVal53]

Oh gosh its literally been about 7 or 8 years since I worked on the 320. I believe I actually had to take the whole caliper off as I was also doing the disks.

[@darronc5928]

Yes the brakes are easy but I hope you dont have to replace the rear shocks on your car, you have less than 1/2 inch to take the top screws off and on. I will go to the MB dealership and I hope they can tell me what tool to use to take them off or I have to find a kid with small fingers to take them off. Great brake video again!!!

[@thethunder642]

Thanks!

[@RayVal53]

Actually, yes you can! Pads generally wear out faster. A little observation when changing brakes will tell you if you A. Leave rotors alone, B. Remove and resurface or C. Remove and replace.

[@xxxmahir78xxx]

very nice !!

[@RayVal53]

Thank you!

[@RayVal53]

Youre welcome!!!

[@RayVal53]

I got mine from sears online catalog, it was 20 bucks and was delivered to the house in three days.

[@slpip]

I replaced my ML320 with a set of holes & slotted rotors and ceramic pads with 2 sensors for $170. You should use ceramic pads.

[@RayVal53]

Ouch... Im sorry to hear that... Reconsider either DIY or changing mech shops. I bet they sell the replaced rotors for personal profit too...

[@andyrogers990]

Great video. Quick question did you take the lid off the brake fluid cap in the engine bay to help get the pistons back ?

[@RayVal53]

Andy Rogers No sir... You avoid a mess that way... Just dont forget to pump the brake pedal plenty of times to regain pressure.

[@andyrogers990]

Thanks for the vid this really helped me out whilst in a pinch.... and saved me a lot of $$$

[@markusfarmer1686]

I did them this weekend. Granger has the tool to spread the pads everyone else makes you order it online and ship to store. your video was perfect! Oh I have a 98 e430 too any videos for both are appreciated. Ps any thoughts on check engine light on ml500? had codes read they said gas cap, evap or fuel pressure sensor bought gas cap didn't cut off. do you have to reset by disconnecting battery or dose it do like the others and cut off after so many trips like other older benzes? Also thanks for showing that took it was so much easier having it. 24.95 At granger..

[@RayVal53]

Hey Markus! Glad you got the tool, it works on many Mercedes models, including W116 and W123! A few years ago when gas was stupid expensive here we took a road trip from California to Texas and used all 87 octane gas. CEL kept coming on, after 2 fill ups with premium it went away. That could possibly be a solution.

[@Amopower]

How close is this procedure to what you did on the 99 ML320? I am going to be changing my 2000 ML320 front brakes real soon.

[@Wiseguywithav]

U rock dude👊

[@RayVal53]

I rock? Haha! You rock! Happy travels!!!

[@Wiseguywithav]

Dude, i just changed the pads and im still getting the lights and beeping noise when i brake . Im thinking its the pad sensors any thoughts?

[@RayVal53]

It could be the sensors. If the little pin that goes into the actual brake pad was worn, it will be especially sensitive to vibration. You can try troubleshooting by taking them out 1 at a time until you figure out which wire is faulty, or you could just go ahead and order all 4 new ones and completely rule that out as an issue. Did you tighten everything sufficently when restoring the system?

[@Wiseguywithav]

Thanks man. purchased and installed the sensor. issue is resolved. thanks again👊👍

[@RayVal53]

Glad I could help! Happy travels!

[@RayVal53]

Hello, no, the brake part lubricant is sold seperate in little pouches but its pretty cheap. I usually buy Cerami-glyde brand.

[@JesusLord4ever]

So I needs that brake pad tool separator? Or can I just take off the whole caliper and use a C-clamp to push the piston back in?

[@RayVal53]

I havent used a c-clamp since I got rid of my '99 ML-320, but I dont see why you couldnt use one... The Vulcan brake tool just makes it that much easier.

[@ilshatkarimov1528]

Does the cleaner liquid comes with the brake pads? Whats it called?

[@Arjayeee3]

Is this the same procedure for 98 ml 320?

[@markusfarmer1686]

Is that just the process for the rear brake pads or are all the pad the same front and back

[@RayVal53]

This is all the way around! The rear calipers arent as beefy looking as the front, but its the exact same process! Thanks for stopping by.

[@jaxxskeliton]

Where can I pick up the brake caliper tool

[@RayVal53]

I got mine from Sears I believe but im sure ebay will have as well. It looks like an X with a screw on one side.

[@ferdinanddizon9967]

is this procedure the same with 2002 model?

[@RayVal53]

It should be yes.

[@johnharris2009]

Is this the same procedure for the 2006 ML500?

[@RayVal53]

John Harris Im actually not familiar with the W164... I will say most brake systems are fairly similar so Im sure you can use this as a sort of reference...

[@bgirl4897]

is this the exact same process for the rear brakes

[@RayVal53]

B Girl Yes, same process. Rear calipers dont look as beefy but same method. Becareful no to damage the sensors and as always, Happy driving!

[@rogerbryant2010]

What about for a 2002 Mercedes ml500

[@RayVal53]

It should be the same for the later generation W163 chassis. Carefully remove one of the tires and look at the caliper. If it looks like this one, you are good to go, but generally brake jobs are pretty easy! Happy driving!

[@RayVal53]

Hi Scottfree6, in my time ive owned a '99 ML320 and now my flagship '05 ML500, they are both different proceedures, but Im not familiar with the '02 ML320. PM me and we can discuss it further if you like!

[@realtalktvhi808]

How long does it take to get the calipers to work again? I know you said a million times and you weren't lying, lol.

[@RayVal53]

Lol, so maybe a million was a slight exaggeration... I'd say 8-10 pumps. Anything more than that and you need to start troubleshooting in other areas. Let me know if you still need help!

[@Arjayeee3]

Oh okay

[@margaretkrieger6415]

Понял , а если закисли ? Шо делать ?

[@keithfoster9848]

About How long did it take?

[@RayVal53]

+Keith Foster All together, just about an hour. It doesnt take 10 min per tire as the video suggests, because Im not explaining anything, I'm just going through the motions plus- the rear brake calipers arent as beefy so they are easier.

[@keithfoster9848]

+RayVal53 Thanks Ray this very helpful...

[@RayVal53]

+Keith Foster Glad I could help! Happy trails!

[@XFiorentti]

What about the rotors? You can't just change brake pads without changing the rotors

[@waynewalker6855]

Not to be pedantic, but ... how about a '00?

[@bobl78]

what ? They days the a Benz lasts for ever are over.. w124, 126, 140 have been the last of These.

[@RayVal53]

Well to be accurate, NO car EVER lasts forever. That being said, The W116 in my other videos was 34 years old and would have kept going but for a stupid teen texting on her phone... This W163, ive put through hell and its still running strong. It will be a decade old come April. Routine preventative maintenance makes a world of difference and is highly predictable, unlike other drivers.

[@RayVal53]

Nope... The 98 and 99 are a little less user friendly, but not by much.

[@margaretkrieger6415]

Хули тут всё новое , как штивты вынять когда хер вылазят?

[@vid8306]

Is this the same procedure as the 05 ML 350

[@RayVal53]

Hi vid, to my knowledge yes, both are final model W163 chassis so its within the same family.

[@vid8306]

the dealer want to charge us a lot of money to replace the front and back brakes

[@RayVal53]

vid8306 Classic dealership dick move... well, prop up the front tire, remove it and look at the caliper. If it looks the same or very similar, save yourself the money and DIY. :)

[@vid8306]

how long before we replace the rotor?