1991 Mercedes Benz 420sel Brakes

Tiny
THEO ZICKO
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  • 1991 MERCEDES BENZ 420SEL
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 180,000 MILES
How difficult is it to replace L & R rear calipers, pads and sensors on this car? I have done this on an early model Volvo but on this car I do not know. Right now after installing a new master cylinder, the rear
caliper pistons that hit the disk now do not withdraw completely and consequently it feels llike a slight drag while the car is moving. The sensors apparently are constantly in contact because they are melting. I have tried lubricating the pistons that fail to withdraw once your foot is off the brake but they fail to do so. Any suggestions as to how I can correct this problem? I guess the new master cylinder is exerting too much pressure on the old calipers. Can removing some of the brake fluid help the situation?
Tuesday, July 20th, 2010 AT 1:17 PM

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Tiny
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Hi
Recheck part number for master for your car make sure it is for a four wheel disc brake. If master is for rear drums it has a check valve that holds residual pressure to rears so caliper will be partialy applied.
Let me know
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Tuesday, July 20th, 2010 AT 2:57 PM

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