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Will 16 x7.5 inch wheels work on rear with stock tires.Azariah - 2001 Mercedes Benz SLK320 - Steering & Suspension - 7/2/2011-
7/2/2011 Spoon SportsYes it will, so far you have 16 x 8.0 in. wheels as standard in an SLK and you are down sizing to 7.5, the tires will be a bit big compared to the original due to the decreased width.
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KEY WONT TURN THE IGINATIONlima - 1994 Mercedes Benz C280 - Steering & Suspension - 6/29/2011GOT A NEW KEY FROM MECEDES STILL WONT TURN THE IGINATION.JUST HAPPEN ONCE AND NEVER TURN AGAIN, THE CHECK ENGINE WAS NOT ON,-
6/29/2011 Nissan Technical AdvisorBring back the vehicle to the dealership, relay the problem and ask them to fix it. Could be the key is not compatible or the ignition switch is defective.
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How do you replace the rear shocks on a 1990 mercedes 300dtlovell - 1990 Mercedes Benz 300D - Steering & Suspension - 6/26/2011-
6/26/2011 JimmThe rear shock absorbers are replaced by raising the rear of the vehicle. Remove the rear wheels. Remove the upper shock mounts. Loosen and remove the lower shock mounts. The installation is reverse of the removal. Try the 'How-To-Guides' tab page for the general shock absorber replacement steps.
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Car sags drivers side rear, replaced air spring,car back up,but couple of days lowered again and destroyed new air bagmartin - 2004 Mercedes Benz E500 - Steering & Suspension - 6/21/2011 -
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6/21/2011 JimmNeed more information; is this a question about a particular problem you are having in regard to the tie rods and ball joints on your vehicle? If so, please reply and modify to a specific question.
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My tires are wearing quickly on the insides.josford2002 - 1994 Mercedes Benz S420 - Steering & Suspension - 6/17/2011i have changed the tie rods on both sides but that has not helped...-
6/17/2011 JimmWas a wheel alignment performed after the tie rod ends were replaced? Have the alignment checked first then report back the results and any findings from the alignment shop. The inner tie wear may be caused by the toe adjustment being out-of-specification. It may also be caused by other alignment geometry; camber (looking at the front of the tires and the relative tilt - in or out of the tires) being out of specification. -
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6/9/2011 JimmNeed more information; does the car have suspension-leveling feature? Have you checked the obvious; tire pressure - to rule out the basics? Are you describing the lean condition when the car is parked, or when driving?
6/28/2011 mohamedthe problem is in the shock absorber right rear i guess i need to get another one can u direct me how to buy it?
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While driving esp light comes on,car starts shaking & steering shakes alsojoe - 2002 Mercedes Benz E320 - Steering & Suspension - 6/6/2011 -
Intermittent ringing sound of ignition (key remaining in vehicle alarm). Need help to identify/eliminate the electricalBill - 1986 Mercedes Benz 300E - Steering & Suspension - 5/31/2011"Key in switch" alarm goes off while driving the vehicle. Need help how/where to attack this nuisance. -
Can 22in rims fit on my 98 e430 benz / saftelyjojo661 - 1998 Mercedes Benz E430 - Steering & Suspension - 5/19/2011-
5/19/2011 Spoon SportsAhhh yes another RIM question...i love these questions
Chief, its too much your stock size is 16" and were talking about a 6" increase, the ideal is only 3" inches bigger than stock 4" is pushing the envelope and 6" is overkill
I aslso believe it will hit the fender liners and i dont think the off set will fit as well.
Go with 19s, it will look flushed on the body .
My suggestion for tires would be 245/30ZR19
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Why do I have squeaking when I make turns?Slvrghost - 2001 Mercedes Benz CLK430 - Steering & Suspension - 5/16/2011Makes squeaking noise when I turn tires either way -
I bought a E320 that was lowered. How do I lift the car back up to the regular height?tb2285 - 1997 Mercedes Benz E320 - Steering & Suspension - 5/14/2011-
5/14/2011 Spoon SportsBuy new OE/OE Style springs and shocks. Whether it was lowered intentionally or not.
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Cost of repairing/replacing lower control arm bushingsL. - 1997 Mercedes Benz C230 - Steering & Suspension - 5/5/2011-
5/5/2011 DrkShdw983The bushings themselves are fairly cheap. Usally about $60 for a full set (replace all lower control arm bushing for both sides in the front). The labor to put them in at a garage is what gets you. They're a pain to do so you're probably looking at roughly $250 at a garage
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My warning message came on vehichle too low..then rose up but l/front fender still still down/heard searing sound/whistSam - 2006 Mercedes Benz CLS500 - Steering & Suspension - 4/30/2011when vehicle went down after turning car off..left front seems to be affected damaged/think line to shocks/struts or shock itself.. -
How to replace rear shocksteam clockwork - 2007 Mercedes Benz C230 - Steering & Suspension - 4/29/2011seems I have blown the rear passenger side shock. It looks like it only has 2 nuts that keep it in place. But, how do I get to the top nut? anyone have a clue on how to replace it?-
4/29/2011 Spoon SportsHave you tried check the trunk are by removing the carpet and see of you can find the top nut from there?
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