Mercedes Benz repair: m-b 1979 280e brakes, mercedes benz 280e, number search results

Question
re; front disc brakes- how do you replace pads? I have done other brands but am stumped on these. do you take the caliper apart or do you need a special tool to remove the clips and rods that secure the pads in place. your help is much appreciated. thanks

Answer
Look at this picture link first:
http://catalog.eautopartscatalog.com/mercedesshop/sophio/image.jsp?title=Brake%2...

Take a small drift pin or nail, and drive in upon the small end of the pin, the large collar is a spring lock, once the collar is driven clear of caliper, a pair of pliers will pull the pin.

You may want to replace the old pins.
The pads come out the top of caliper.

PART NUMBER SEARCH RESULTS WITH PRICES
Vehicle 1979 Mercedes Benz 280E
Part: Brake Pad Pin
 Note:  Rear : Ate caliper
70mm length

N1062-25691 Brake Pad Pin IN STOCK $2.94  
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NOTE:
The Anti-Rattle Spring is critical to quiet brake operation.

PART NUMBER SEARCH RESULTS WITH PRICES
Vehicle 1979 Mercedes Benz 280E
Part: Anti-Rattle Spring
 Note:  Front : Ate
 Chassis: 12-064177-
N1069-163698 Anti-Rattle Spring IN STOCK $4.86  
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