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Mercedes Complete MBZ Brake System Service and Repair Resources

Recently, I set out with the goal to provide our customers with all the resources they would need to troubleshoot and repair the brake systems on their own cars. As your favorite Benz ages brake problems will arise and they can sometimes be difficult to diagnose. Since brakes are a safety related system it is also VERY important that any repair work be done properly and with great care.

Mercedes Brake Bleeding Equipment and Procedures Manual by Kent Bergsma

Applies to all models and chassis listed below:

Item: MRG-COMBBEP
$15.95
This new manual by Kent Bergsma covers brake bleeding equipment and procedures for all model Mercedes from the mid 1950s to the mid 1990s. This cover chassis Ponton 110 111 112 113 108 109 114 115 116 107 116 123 126 201 and 124. Special Includes Brake Bleeder Kit as shown. This new easy to understand 20 page guide will walk you through the different ways to bleed your brakes and the equipment needed to do the job right. Brake bleeding is something that no sane person finds enjoyable. It can be messy and often involves painful bodily contortions to access the bleeder screws. There seems to varying opinions as well as a bit of black magic involved with the bleeding process. It may be more of an art than a science. Sometimes the procedure works perfectly, and then other times it seems like you end up with endless air in your system that just wont come out. The information contained in this manual with eliminate some of the mystery and give you the knowledge and confidence to do the job right the first time. Covers safety tips, types of bleeding equipment and four different ways you can bleed your brakes.

Mercedes Maintenance Sealant and Adhesive Survival Kit

These are the top five for your work bench

Item: SEALANT-COMBO
$19.99

Kent is often asked what are the most important SEALANTS AND ADESIVES to have around for your Benz. These are his top 5 picks. This kit includes the following 5 products:

Mercedes Maintenance Metric Combination Wrench Set - Kent's Favorite - SPECIAL PURCHASE

Made by Allen Industrial Tools - Only $10 with any order of $75 or more

Item: TUL-SPECIALCWS
$16.95
$10.00 On Sale!
This item is currently Sold Out.

Here is what Kent says about these wrenches: " I am very picky about the "feel" and "fit" of my combination wrenches. Some are just too smooth and slippery, while others just don't feel good in your hands. Then their are those who have real thick heads that make it hard to get on close quarter nuts and bolts (like Kobalt). A lot of the real cheap wrenches don't fit tight on the heads, thus causing rounding off of the heads (like a lot of them)!!

Mercedes 108 109 107 114 115 116 123 126 Chassis REAR Brake Rotor Set - 2 Rotors w/FREE INSTRUCTIONS

Two rear brake rotors for the following models listed in the description 1969 to 1991

Item: COMREAR-BRKSPECIAL
$78.00
$59.20 On Sale!

SPECIAL BUY: Limited to stock on hand. Here is your chance to replace both REAR brake rotors for a fantastic price. These rotors have a special phosphate coating on the edge and center section to retard rust. Installation INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED. 8 illustrated pages written by Kent Bergsma

The great thing about Mercedes is that these REAR rotors fit almost all their models from 1969 until 1991. This includes most but not all 108, 111, 113, 114, 115, 107, 116, 123 and 126 chassis built during those years. Will NOT fit 201 or 124 chassis. These rotors can be easily change by removing the rear calipers.

Mercedes Maintenance-Heavy Duty Pick Tool Set

Item: TUL-HDPICK
$7.95
This item is currently Sold Out.

Nice set of heavy duty pick tools with rubberized handles. They have hardened steel tips which allow for more prying and twisting with less tendency to bend the tips.

Mercedes Happy 65th Birthday Kent!!

Thanks for all you have done for the Mercedes Benz community!

 

 

 

 

 

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KENT!

You are all these things and more to us Kent


 

 

 

 

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Mercedes NEW Rear Brake Calipers with Free Brake Pads - WITH INSTRUCTIONS

Fit 1974 to 1985 107 114 115 116 and 123 chassis sedans and coupes. 1981 to 1991 126 chassis

Item: BRK-COMNARBC
$328.00
$299.00 On Sale!

ONLY ONE SET AVAILABLE. These new (not rebuilt)rear calipers will fit a number of models in the 1970's and 1980's. Included are a set of NEW brake pads. Hardware included as well as brake pad grease. Also recommend you replace the flexible brake hoses when replacing a caliper.

WILL NOT FIT 300TD wagon, 201 or 124 chassis. List price is almost $600.00.

Mercedes Fluid Maintenance - Radiator and Fuel Hose HD Pinch off Pliers

Best tool for secure clamp-off in tight locations - produces super tight seal on larger hoses

Item: TUL-VHPLIERS
$18.95

I have used a lot of different clamping tools over the years to prevent fluids from leaking out when removing coolant, fuel, or brake fluid hoses. Most work ok. Some are hard to use in tight places.  Many do not stop every last drip from coming out of the hose. Imagine my excitement a couple years ago when I saw a clamping tool combined with a vise grip like mechanism.  I immediate thought - not that is a tool and a half!  Sure enough after using it it has proven to be the best I have ever used.  And yes, it will stop every drip.... to is super easy to get into tight places and easily clamp and unclamp. The clamp bars swivel are are big enough to work on radiator hoses and strong enough to work on smaller heater and fuel hoses.

Mercedes Tool of the Month

Kent shares his favorite tools when working on his own Mercedes!

I like tools. I especially like tools that work as advertised and make the job easier. I am constantly on the lookout for new tool releases and/or unique designs. From my own experience, I know that many new tools come from someone's frustration over a tool that just does not work quite right. That is how my diesel valve adjusting wrenches came into being!. Those German Hazett valve wrenches just did not "cut it." I can not believe I have sold over 10,000 pairs of my valve wrenches. So when I see a new tool that fills a need I always smile and wonder just who was behind the concept and what happened to bring it to market!

Mercedes Safety Special of the Month

1/2 inch torque wrench

 

New Safety Special of the Month: We believe safety should be foremost when driving and working on your Mercedes. Each month we will feature a special safety item or items with special savings. For the month of July we are featuring our heavy duty 1/2 inch torque wrench. 

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

 

Mercedes Successful Repair Stories of the Week

Everyone loves success stories. We can all learn from them and they just make us feel good... We have created this new home page link to share with you recent success stories from work we have done on our own cars as well as stories we have received from our customers. If you have a good success story send it to us along with a couple pictures and we will post if appropriate.

Mercedes Late 114 115 and Very Early 123 Chassis Brake Master Cylinder by Vin Number

For most 240D 300D 280 280C 280E 1974 through 1977-1978

Item: BRK-COMMBC
$215.00

Instructions included. Comes with brake pressure sensor as shown. Check your vin number before ordering.

Will only work on the following models:

Mercedes DONT JUST LIVE WITH IT - FIX IT!

This is the time of year to get with it. From our experience here are the top repair issues that most Mercedes owners have learned to "live with". These problems occur and get worse over time. Many may not even realize how annoying the problem was until it gets fixed - and then WOW! They are exclaiming - Why didn't I do that sooner!!

 

DONT LIVE WITH THE PROBLEM ANY LONGER.   JUST FIX IT!

Living with transmission jerks and flares? CLICK HERE to fix it

Living with a half-ass drivers seat? CLICK HERE to fix it

Living with a turbo diesel that has poor acceleration? CLICK HERE to fix it

Mercedes Learn to do it Yourself the Easy Way! Technical Videos Available for Viewing

Newest Video - Battery Options for Older Mercedes Diesels

After much prodding by his two sons (who just happen to be in the filming business), Kent decided to commit to producing a series of technical videos on troubleshooting and repairing older Mercedes. Each will run approximately 3 to 8 minutes in length and be related to a specific maintenance problem. The goal will be to take some of the mystery out of solving many common mechanical problems that owners face. We hope you enjoy the results. Below you can view all current videos or go directly to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/mercedessource.

Mercedes Emergency Brake Spring Puller to Install Lower Spring

For all 113 111 108 109 114 115 107 116 123 126 201 124 chassis 1968 to 1995

Item: TUL-COMEBPH
$22.50

This tool will greatly ease installation of new emergency brake shoes by helping to install the bottom spring that holds the two shoes together. It will not work to replace the side springs that help hold the shoe in tight to the backing plate. For that operation you need a different tool. CLICK HERE to view. Without these special tools it is a real challenge to replace the emergency brake shoes. It is possible, but you could end up spiting nails! Don't ask me how I know that!! No instructions included with this tool, but easy to use.

To order a new set of emergency brake shoes with instructions CLICK HERE

Mercedes Brake Pad Removal Tool - Year End Sale - Kents Favorite!

Works on brake pads for most models from the mid 1960s to early 1990s

Item: TUL-COMBPRT
$28.95
$19.95 On Sale!
Have you ever struggled to pull a brake pad out on a caliper that is rusty or full of crud? You know the frustration. This quality tool from Germany has two adjustable width pins that can be inserted in the two holes on the brake pad plate. The padded T-handle allows you to pull hard on the pad for ease of removal. The frustration reduction factor alone is worth the cost of this unique tool !

Mercedes Check out our Sale and Clearance Items

Save BIG $$$$

Save your Pennies and Shop Here!

We know everyone likes deals. Many of these are one only items and will be sold out quickly. Check back here are a weekly basis for your best deals!

Overstock Sale

Monthly Super Sale

CLEARANCE Parts

 

 

 

Mercedes WHATS WRONG WITH MY MERCEDES?

Follow the key question links below - listed by category - find help fast!

New in 2010! After years of receiving email and forum requests for tech help, the problems most customers have and the questions they ask start to follow a very predictable pattern. So to better help you find out what is wrong with your Mercedes and what parts you need to fix it we are launching a new WHATS WRONG section on our website. Each category will list the common problems, what steps need to be taken to fix them and links to the parts and instructions needed to tackle the repairs. Where applicable you will be directed to one of Kents kits or manuals for help in diagnosing your problem. We know that isolating the problem can be more frustrating than fixing it!!!

Mercedes JANUARY SPECIALS

There are still a few left in stock

Don't forget to give your car something special this holiday season! We have taken a number of common as well as not so common parts and slashed prices just for you. More parts will be added over the next two weeks and the sale will last through Christmas day. Some parts are limited to stock on hand and may sell out early.

Mercedes Pentosin DOT4 Brake Fluid - One Liter

Higher Performance Fluid - direct replacement for DOT 3 - All Models

Item: BRK-COMDOT4
$14.95

WARNING: Can only ship inside the USA via UPS GROUND. If you have other items in your cart do not choose expedited shipping or US postal service! High Performance low moisture absorbing DOT brake fluid. Don't put cheap brake fluid in your Benz. You will pay for it in the long run with sticking calipers and excessively worn pads and rotors. One liter is usually enough for a brake fluid flush with relatively clean fluid in your system. If your brake fluid is dark and dirty best to get two liters for a thorough flush. DOES NOT come with instructions. List price is $23.75.

It is recommended your change your cars brake fluid every two years.

To see our complete manual on brake bleeding equipment and procedures CLICK HERE.

Mercedes INTERNATIONAL ORDERS: Yes We Can!!

But due to extra handling and packing costs a $ 75.00 USD ORDER MINIMUM is required

NEWS FLASH! We are currently shipping our manuals, parts and repairs kits to customers all over the world from our Headquarters here in the USA. If you reside in a foreign country, you are welcome to browse our online catalog and place items of interest in your shopping cart totaling $75.00 or more. BUT, due to the complexity of and constantly changing international shipping rates, you will not be able to checkout automatically.

Mercedes Ate Brake Reservoir Cap

1960 to 1993 Models including 108 109 107 111 114 115 116 123 126 and 201

Item: BRK-COMABRC
$7.50

Brand new brake reservoir cap with rubber seal as shown.

Mercedes Genuine Brake Pad Paste ( 2 Pack )

Applicable for all models with disk brakes

Item: BRK-COMMBPP
$4.75

There are other brands of brake pad anti-squeal paste on the market, but for me the factory Mercedes paste has proven to be the most effective. It simply stays in place and holds up better over the long haul.

Included are two packets of paste. It is recommended you have one packet per brake. If you are doing either front or rear brakes then two packets are more than enough. If you are doing all four brakes you should have 4 packets (especially if your brakes use metal anti squeal shims between the pad and the caliper piston typical on the older models).

Mercedes 115 116 107 123 126 Chassis Rear End Wheel Bearing Kit

Inner and Outer Bearing and Seals for One Side (Right or Left)

Item: SRS-C0MRWBK
$59.95

This is a complete kit at a fantastic price. List Price $129.00 Includes both inner and outer rear end wheel bearings and seals with groove nut. Fits chassis listing above including the 123 300TD wagon, from 1974 to 1991. TWO KITS required per vehicle.

Mercedes All Models Speedbleeder Replacement Caliper Brake Bleeder Valves - NEW!

Has Built-in Check Valve - Replaces Original Screw

Item: BRK-COMSPCS
$14.95

Very clever design! Fastest and cleanest way to pump bleed your Mercedes brake system. Works on all Mercedes from early 1960s to mid 1990s. Just install Speedbleeder valves on your calipers, attach a clear hose and place in bottle. Just open bleeder screw and start pumping. No need to close the valve when you release the pedal. The built in check valve does that for you. Makes for great one man operation. Sold in sets of 2 and they come with new rubber caps.

These fit late 113, late 108 109, 107, 114, 115, 116, 123, 126, 201 and 124 chassis. It really covers them all!

Mercedes All Models Brake Caliper Bleed Screw Rubber Caps - Set of (4)

Fits almost all Mercedes ever made with disc calipers

Item: BRK-COMBSRC
$12.50

Here is a neat little protection cap that is most often missing on well over half the Mercedes I ever see. These fit over the caliper bleeder screw to prevent dirt and grime from entering the nipple. 4 are required per car and fit both front and rear calipers.

How about super easy installation. No instructions are even needed!

Mercedes Source Lemonhead

Keep your Mercedes from becoming a Lemon!! Seek its wisdom when diagnosing a problem... :-)

Item: Lemonhead
$0.15
$0.10 On Sale!
1 Lemonhead piece of candy!!

For a limited time only. Buy a lemonhead for ten cents when added to any order including other item(s).

Limit 10 per customer

Mercedes Brake Systems Troubleshooting Inspection and Repair by Kent Bergsma

Item: MRM-COMBSTIR
$24.50

Covers 1965 to 1995 110, 111, 112, 108, 109, 107, 114, 115, 116, 123, 126, 201, 124, and 129 Chassis master cylinder, pads, rotors, calipers and flexible brake hoses

Mercedes One Man Pump Style Brake Bleeder Catch Container

For All Models 1955 to 1995

Item: TUL-COMCQSBB
$15.50

This is a fantastic tool if you are looking for an inexpensive way to flush or bleed your brake system by yourself. You can use it to do a gravity flush or a pump flush without allowing air to re-enter the system when you release the brake pedal. A small hose extension goes down into the bottom of the bottle. When filled with a small amount of brake fluid air can be pushed out into the container but not allowed back in.

If you are not familiar with bleeding or flushing your brakes or the warnings associated with pump bleeding be sure and check on my new manual CLICK HERE.

To view all our brake bleeding equipment CLICK HERE.