Dealer "doesn't recommend"
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Dealer "doesn't recommend"
I called the mb dealer to see which lowering device (brand) they thought was best for the cls.
They said none. They say it can/will interfere with some of the computer sensors/electronics. Said the "bugs" hadn't been worked out yet.
Wondering if anyone else has bought the lowering mod. Whose? Are you happy with it?? Any problems??
IMO The car needs to sit a bit lower
They said none. They say it can/will interfere with some of the computer sensors/electronics. Said the "bugs" hadn't been worked out yet.
Wondering if anyone else has bought the lowering mod. Whose? Are you happy with it?? Any problems??
IMO The car needs to sit a bit lower
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Originally Posted by idrivatitleist
I called the mb dealer to see which lowering device (brand) they thought was best for the cls.
They said none. They say it can/will interfere with some of the computer sensors/electronics. Said the "bugs" hadn't been worked out yet.
Wondering if anyone else has bought the lowering mod. Whose? Are you happy with it?? Any problems??
IMO The car needs to sit a bit lower
They said none. They say it can/will interfere with some of the computer sensors/electronics. Said the "bugs" hadn't been worked out yet.
Wondering if anyone else has bought the lowering mod. Whose? Are you happy with it?? Any problems??
IMO The car needs to sit a bit lower
Every aftermarket benz tuner has a lowering kit. Start there.
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research done
I can tell you who makes them, availability and cost.
But... Who has the best track record? Least problems?
Looking for feedback from those who have already installed one, or more information from those who have been checking in to it.
I want to know the pros and cons for each before I spend my money.
Thanks
But... Who has the best track record? Least problems?
Looking for feedback from those who have already installed one, or more information from those who have been checking in to it.
I want to know the pros and cons for each before I spend my money.
Thanks
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Sorry, I didn't have coffee this morning before replying! I one tank down (with Bailey's) now so I can fully comprehend what you are asking. 
Well, from what I've seen posted here and from my local dealer, the best, simplest, and cheapest method is to lower it with the dealer's Star diagnosic tool. I had the dealer "optimize" the ride height on our E500 which was essentially lowering the car by 3/4". It took them about 1 hour from the time I dropped the car off to the time they handed me the keys. The cost was nothing but in all fairness, the car was 1/2" higher on the left than the right so it was cosidered a warranty issue. The extra drop was probably becasue I take the SA out for beers once in a while.
If your dealer is closed minded and by the book only, look up Steve (MBenzNL) on this forum. He provides the same service with the factory tools for a small fee. Other vendors charge up to $3,000 for this service which IMO is a total ripoff. In the end, they both use the computer to lower the ride height but most cost many times what Steve charges.
The satement that I was referring to was that lowering the car had not been tested, bugs not worked out, etc. is complete crap. They don't want to stick their necks out for liability reasons. Who can blame them? It would mean endorsing a product that they could be held responsible for later.
Good luck.
Well, from what I've seen posted here and from my local dealer, the best, simplest, and cheapest method is to lower it with the dealer's Star diagnosic tool. I had the dealer "optimize" the ride height on our E500 which was essentially lowering the car by 3/4". It took them about 1 hour from the time I dropped the car off to the time they handed me the keys. The cost was nothing but in all fairness, the car was 1/2" higher on the left than the right so it was cosidered a warranty issue. The extra drop was probably becasue I take the SA out for beers once in a while.
If your dealer is closed minded and by the book only, look up Steve (MBenzNL) on this forum. He provides the same service with the factory tools for a small fee. Other vendors charge up to $3,000 for this service which IMO is a total ripoff. In the end, they both use the computer to lower the ride height but most cost many times what Steve charges.
The satement that I was referring to was that lowering the car had not been tested, bugs not worked out, etc. is complete crap. They don't want to stick their necks out for liability reasons. Who can blame them? It would mean endorsing a product that they could be held responsible for later.
Good luck.
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idrivatitleist - The "Star Diagnostics" method of lowering MBs has been done many, many times to member's cars and no technical problems have reared their ugly head. The only testing you need to do is to determine if you like the results, given your personal tastes and requirements. Personally, I have seen the CLS55 at OEM height and I feel it needs to be lower to compliment the Body Style. Good Luck. 
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Originally Posted by idrivatitleist
I called the mb dealer to see which lowering device (brand) they thought was best for the cls.
They said none. They say it can/will interfere with some of the computer sensors/electronics. Said the "bugs" hadn't been worked out yet.
Wondering if anyone else has bought the lowering mod. Whose? Are you happy with it?? Any problems??
IMO The car needs to sit a bit lower
They said none. They say it can/will interfere with some of the computer sensors/electronics. Said the "bugs" hadn't been worked out yet.
Wondering if anyone else has bought the lowering mod. Whose? Are you happy with it?? Any problems??
IMO The car needs to sit a bit lower
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I had my cls dropped via kleeman module about 1-2 months ago. The ride is great and so far have no problems. Ive also notice the tire pressure monitoring works well since it came on when my front left tire pressure fell to 25 psi. I was a little skeptical about the tire monitoring system.
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