Mercedes Parking Brake Assembly Position
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Parking Brake Assembly Positioning
What it does
- Positions the electronic parking brake (EPB) actuators to the correct assembly or service position
- Synchronizes EPB motors with the control unit
- Prepares the system for installation, removal, or adjustment
When it is required
- During replacement of EPB actuators
- During parking brake motor installation
- After brake system repairs involving the EPB
- When assembling or disassembling parking brake components
Conditions that must be met
- Vehicle stationary on level ground
- Ignition ON
- Stable battery voltage
- EPB system free of mechanical blockage
- Diagnostic tool connected
What happens during positioning
- EPB motors move to predefined assembly position
- Control unit monitors motor current and travel
- Correct reference position is stored
- System confirms readiness for assembly or service
If positioning is not performed
- Parking brake may not apply or release correctly
- Risk of actuator or brake damage
- EPB fault messages may appear
- Improper brake force or noise
After positioning
- Proceed with mechanical assembly or adjustment
- Perform EPB calibration if required
- Verify parking brake apply/release operation
- Clear any related fault codes