Options on lowering?
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Options on lowering?
I have been been searching the forum but not found anyone who has lowered thier cl55. What are my choices? Is the lowering module the best way to go? If so who makes this? I heard the dealer can do this. Thanks in advance.
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Duane, check stephens post on this in the E55 section. He says dealer can also do it on an S class, so I'm sure CL would work also.
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3 ways to do it.
#1, via DAS at your dealer. Chances are 99% of dealers won't do this for various reasons.
#2, electronic lowering module. Kleemann, etc. makes these. Pricey but work well.
#3, Lowering brackets (Trick the height sensors in thinking the car is higher than it is in order to lower it self). Works but isn't as adjustable as the electronic module. A lot cheaper however.
#1, via DAS at your dealer. Chances are 99% of dealers won't do this for various reasons.
#2, electronic lowering module. Kleemann, etc. makes these. Pricey but work well.
#3, Lowering brackets (Trick the height sensors in thinking the car is higher than it is in order to lower it self). Works but isn't as adjustable as the electronic module. A lot cheaper however.
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Originally posted by Duane
What will the lowering module set me back and how does it work?
What will the lowering module set me back and how does it work?
Kleemann and Brabus both make them.
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what steps do the Dealers need to do in order to lower the car electronically vis DAS i have a tech at a local dealer that may be available to lower the CL but need proper step by step directions
thanks in advance
thanks in advance
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Originally posted by TWM
what steps do the Dealers need to do in order to lower the car electronically vis DAS i have a tech at a local dealer that may be available to lower the CL but need proper step by step directions
thanks in advance
what steps do the Dealers need to do in order to lower the car electronically vis DAS i have a tech at a local dealer that may be available to lower the CL but need proper step by step directions
thanks in advance
In Europe however, the CL sits a little lower there. Our US DOT regulations require a higher height setting for the front bumper.
I would be interested on the DAS configuration as well.
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Duane, Congrats on your CL, I've been contemplating on purchasing one. I posted the other day for he first time on this board. Anyway, check out By Design about lowering. Dan the tech has lowered quite a few MB via the sensors and bracket and or through the ECU.
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There is a good post in the E55 section by stephens about ecu lowering of the Airmatic suspension. It can be done, but getting a MB dealer to do it is another story.
I know Classic Cars in Atlanta can do it.
I know Classic Cars in Atlanta can do it.
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I would be interested as well , However i have not been able to get this info yet either........keep me informed if anyone finds out how the dealer can do this electronically.
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The dealer only has to set the suspension setting to "ROW" within DAS to bring it to Euro height. Should take about two minutes, including he time to open the door and plug the computer in. Lowering the car properly takes a lot longer to get it right.
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Stephens, what is the difference between the ROW (Rest Of World) setting and better right way of setting you mention?
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But, does the ROW setting accomplish the same result as the more involved recalibrating of the sensors method? The ROW lowers it 1/2" or so. Does the other way lower it further?
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If I pressed my MB tech, he would lower my CL55 through the electronic control unit, but after driving it for a couple of months, I am not sure that I want either the CL55 spilt spoke two piece 19" wheels or a lower car. The stock ABC and 18" wheel setup are more than adequate dynamically. If it were lower it might handle a bit better and would definitely look better, but the road clearance is a problem on New England roads. Florida roads are much better, so 19" wheels and a lower car would probably work a lot better there.
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Originally posted by Crankin
But, does the ROW setting accomplish the same result as the more involved recalibrating of the sensors method? The ROW lowers it 1/2" or so. Does the other way lower it further?
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But, does the ROW setting accomplish the same result as the more involved recalibrating of the sensors method? The ROW lowers it 1/2" or so. Does the other way lower it further?
Thanks
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I think the ROW would be enough for my S500 with 18" wheels. Probably wouldn't even notice it much, but if they et them like that in Europe, why not here. Plus any lowering helps aerodynamics a bit.
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awiner, I think thats what the ROW setting will do, get me down to Euro ride height. Hopefully, my tech can find it.
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Both my local dealers declined to try it... If anyone gets any more info on lowering the ABC via DAS, please post!
I'd also be interested in more info on the sensor brackets, if anyone has any (like who carries them).
Thanks,
Dave
I'd also be interested in more info on the sensor brackets, if anyone has any (like who carries them).
Thanks,
Dave
