I have a 02 ML 500. I will be replaciing brake pads this weekend . Can anyone tell me if the calipers are held in by a allen bolt or a t40 bit. Also what is the torque for the wheels and where can I find info about how to replace .
Thanks

 

i think on your ML it might have the pads where you just push out the 2 pins and slide out the pads i think the ml500 had that. very easy to replace

 

Thanks . One more question how do you spread the calipher without taking it off.

 

with the old pad in there still use a screw driver to push the pad back in ....you can usually pry the top of the pad back enough so you can fit in the screwdriver to push the piston in. caliper comes off easily 2 screws not sure off hand what kind or the size.

 

Do you have to take off the calipher to install the new pads or can you spread it enough with it on to slip in the new pads.