(Video) Replace Brake Fluid by Oneself
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(Video) Replace Brake Fluid by Oneself
There is a reference for replacing brake fluid every two years on Mercedes maintenance booklet. I decided to replace it even the brake fluid containing water 1%.
Here is the video:
Brake Power Bleeder: https://ebay.to/2Ha97tT
Mercedes Benz Brake Fluid: https://ebay.to/2Sw2zLt
Brake Fluid Tester: https://ebay.to/2SaPdoS
Husky Tool Chest: https://ebay.to/2NPTETu
Dewalt DCF899B Impact Driver: https://ebay.to/2SfLvKL
Mercedes Lug Socket: https://ebay.to/2UASDmv
Here is the video:
Brake Power Bleeder: https://ebay.to/2Ha97tT
Mercedes Benz Brake Fluid: https://ebay.to/2Sw2zLt
Brake Fluid Tester: https://ebay.to/2SaPdoS
Husky Tool Chest: https://ebay.to/2NPTETu
Dewalt DCF899B Impact Driver: https://ebay.to/2SfLvKL
Mercedes Lug Socket: https://ebay.to/2UASDmv
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+1 - awesome DIY videos!!! Thank you for making these!!!
One word of caution for the DIY newbies - brake fluid will react very badly with paint. Be careful not to let even a drop get on the paint of your car.
One word of caution for the DIY newbies - brake fluid will react very badly with paint. Be careful not to let even a drop get on the paint of your car.
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Thanks for the video. best one I have seen in a long time. Do you have the part number for the tool you used to align the wheels back on? I ordered the bleeder and the socket from what you gave. I would order the alignment tool also if you have the number. Thanks
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There is a reference for replacing brake fluid every two years on Mercedes maintenance booklet. I decided to replace it even the brake fluid containing water 1%.
Here is the video:
https://youtu.be/GQS7QrYuOMI
Brake Power Bleeder: https://ebay.to/2Ha97tT
Mercedes Benz Brake Fluid: https://ebay.to/2Sw2zLt
Brake Fluid Tester: https://ebay.to/2SaPdoS
Husky Tool Chest: https://ebay.to/2NPTETu
Dewalt DCF899B Impact Driver: https://ebay.to/2SfLvKL
Mercedes Lug Socket: https://ebay.to/2UASDmv
Here is the video:
https://youtu.be/GQS7QrYuOMI
Brake Power Bleeder: https://ebay.to/2Ha97tT
Mercedes Benz Brake Fluid: https://ebay.to/2Sw2zLt
Brake Fluid Tester: https://ebay.to/2SaPdoS
Husky Tool Chest: https://ebay.to/2NPTETu
Dewalt DCF899B Impact Driver: https://ebay.to/2SfLvKL
Mercedes Lug Socket: https://ebay.to/2UASDmv
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Great video, thanks for sharing! At about 3 minutes in Sr Leigh connected the empty power bleeder, pumped it up to pressure, and then released the pressure and began to fill it. What was the purpose of that step, to confirm that the bleeder was sealing properly? I would imagine that is better discovered empty than filled.
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Great video, thanks for sharing! At about 3 minutes in Sr Leigh connected the empty power bleeder, pumped it up to pressure, and then released the pressure and began to fill it. What was the purpose of that step, to confirm that the bleeder was sealing properly? I would imagine that is better discovered empty than filled.
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Yes. And and it will also flush the ABS pump on the two vehicles you mentioned, as well as every other ABS equipped vehicle. Bleeding air from a new or replaced ABS unit or otherwise opened system at the pump is another story.
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As far as I know, you will not be bleeding the ABS unless you have some electronic tool to activate the ABS motor. The ABS valves must be opened, motor activated, valves closed in order to do the ABS bleed. Perhaps someone can confirm or deny with the appropriate authority.
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As far as I know, you will not be bleeding the ABS unless you have some electronic tool to activate the ABS motor. The ABS valves must be opened, motor activated, valves closed in order to do the ABS bleed. Perhaps someone can confirm or deny with the appropriate authority.
"Bleeding" is a term used to describe a procedure to remove air from the system. "Flushing" is simply replacing the system fluid.
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I tend to agree with Senecan... the ABS unit will be flushed, though I wouldn't expect it to be 100% due to small amounts of fluid trapped inside of the ABS circuits. Those circuits only energized when the ABS is operational. That last little bit, would require activating the ABS to circulate some fluid.
What I've done in the past, if I couldn't active the ABS via scan tool was to perform an initial flush (M/C and calipers). Button everything up, then drive the car and slam brakes a few time to activate the ABS. Then perform a second flush of the system. Always worked for me. That said, I wouldn't lose sleep over any minute amount which may or may not flush.
What's interesting is the WIS procedure for W212 fluid replacement and bleeding are pretty much identical. Nothing stating activating ABS via STAR Diagnostics. Though the procedure is written around a commercial filling and bleeding machine which has capabilities to drain reservoir, pulse fluid to pressurize air bubbles out, etc.... with the only difference being pressing and releasing the brake pedal as pressurized fluid is pushed thru system if system has been "opened".
What I've done in the past, if I couldn't active the ABS via scan tool was to perform an initial flush (M/C and calipers). Button everything up, then drive the car and slam brakes a few time to activate the ABS. Then perform a second flush of the system. Always worked for me. That said, I wouldn't lose sleep over any minute amount which may or may not flush.
What's interesting is the WIS procedure for W212 fluid replacement and bleeding are pretty much identical. Nothing stating activating ABS via STAR Diagnostics. Though the procedure is written around a commercial filling and bleeding machine which has capabilities to drain reservoir, pulse fluid to pressurize air bubbles out, etc.... with the only difference being pressing and releasing the brake pedal as pressurized fluid is pushed thru system if system has been "opened".
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I completed my 6 YR / 60K service today which included the brake fluid change. This video is spot on. I believe the tubing I used on the bleeder valves was 3/8” ID. I siphoned the reservoir with a length of 1/4” ID tubing. Lastly, I put a rag over the top of the tubing when pulling it free from the bleeder valve to prevent it from splattering.
The power bleeder is a must have tool. I may do this service when I’m swapping out my summer/winters as I’ll have the wheels off.
The power bleeder is a must have tool. I may do this service when I’m swapping out my summer/winters as I’ll have the wheels off.
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3/8", no way Jose, try 5/16"
Strong work on the flush. Future readers note, however, that although the power bleeder is nice, it is not at all necessary or required, and the procedure can be accomplished just the same with no other tools at all by manually pumping the brakes with a bleeder open. Just don't forget to keep topping off the reservoir.
Strong work on the flush. Future readers note, however, that although the power bleeder is nice, it is not at all necessary or required, and the procedure can be accomplished just the same with no other tools at all by manually pumping the brakes with a bleeder open. Just don't forget to keep topping off the reservoir.
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True, not a must have to complete the job. But a game changer when compared to asking your wife or teenager to come out and pump the brakes while you operate the bleeder valve. It almost makes it fun.
