how to change rear brake pads?

2004 MERCEDES BENZ E320
67,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BODYIMAGER
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Rear brake pads need to be replaced. Dealership says needs new rotors as well as they are "out of specs"..

1. do I need to replace the pad sensors?
2. do I need to disable the electronic brake system before proceeding? and if so, can I do it without a computer or special tool?
thanks!
Brian.
Aug 28, 2010 at 10:08 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

Pad sensors should be replaced if they have any wear on them, as for the rotor removal. Here is a guide and the diagrams below to show you how the do the job.

This guide will give you an idea the diagrams below are specific.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-rear-brake-pads-and-rotors

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Mark (mhpautos)
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Aug 29, 2010 at 12:05 AM