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Greetings to all! I am a new member, and this is my second post. I live in greater Washington DC, Maryland, and Virgina area (Fairfax, Virginia). Recently, I joined the W222 club and got a 2020 S560 4Matic with Diamond White exterior, Silk Beige interior and 18-inch wheels. The vehicle is in real good shape with 24K miles on it. I really enjoy it so far.
There are a few things that I would like to do before taking the vehicle for a driving-trip to Boston. First. I am going to change both batteries since they are still the original ones. The main battery seems week and I’m plugging in my CTEK battery maintainer in the garage now. Second, I will change the tires. I just ordered four tires, Michelin Primacy MXM4 245/50R18 100V run-flat, from Costco and will also ask Costco to replace the TPMS.
After the tire replacement, I would like to have 4 wheels alignment done. From what I read, 222 S-560 alignment will involve ADAS/Distronic calibration. I called a few local independent shops about the alignment job, but I don’t get the impression that they have the right equipment to do it properly. So, I am thinking about reaching out to the local Mercedes dealer is Chantilly, VA for the alignment job. If you have any suggestions and could share your experience about alignment jobs from any local Mercedes dealers or independent shops, I would great appreciate it. Thank you in advance as I really enjoy reading posts in the forum.
Tires... Consider a non run flat tire. Better ride, less noise, generally last longer and cost less. I really enjoyed the Continental DWS. You will find it to be quiet, excellent in rain and more than capable in snow + surprisingly good in dry conditions.
Michelin also offers non run flats that are decent.
Where you pay attention to the car the likely-hood of a shredded tire is very low. Either way one must be watchful about pot holes. A RF tire won't save a tire or wheel from one.
As for the Alignment... Have MB do it. They will get it right and set the steering angle sensor so the car will go down the road straight.
Cameras get calibrated after a windshield or camera replacement.
I'm a fan of the Continental DWS as well. Quiet, comfortable and good tread life.
I had my alignment done at the dealership and if I remember correctly, it was around $300 which I consider fair knowing that the independent shops around here charge $180.
Tires... Consider a non run flat tire. Better ride, less noise, generally last longer and cost less. I really enjoyed the Continental DWS. You will find it to be quiet, excellent in rain and more than capable in snow + surprisingly good in dry conditions.
Michelin also offers non run flats that are decent.
Where you pay attention to the car the likely-hood of a shredded tire is very low. Either way one must be watchful about pot holes. A RF tire won't save a tire or wheel from one.
As for the Alignment... Have MB do it. They will get it right and set the steering angle sensor so the car will go down the road straight.
Cameras get calibrated after a windshield or camera replacement.
Thank you very much! I will look into the Continental DWS.
I'm a fan of the Continental DWS as well. Quiet, comfortable and good tread life.
I had my alignment done at the dealership and if I remember correctly, it was around $300 which I consider fair knowing that the independent shops around here charge $180.
Appreciate your feedback! One of the independent shops here quote $190 for the alignment. I am going to call the local dealer here later this week.
Alignment at the dealer? Both my S-class cars drive perfectly straight with even tire wear on all four wheels and I use an ordinary local alignment shop.
Only thing they do is set the toe, all other angles are set at the factory and do not change unless and until suspension wear or damage necessitate replacing components.
Alignment at the dealer? Both my S-class cars drive perfectly straight with even tire wear on all four wheels and I use an ordinary local alignment shop.
Only thing they do is set the toe, all other angles are set at the factory and do not change unless and until suspension wear or damage necessitate replacing components.
Tom they will also calibrate the steering angle sensor as part of the job. Electric steering assist says if toe got adjusted at all it needs to get re-done to prevent a pull. MB will also set ride height correctly where needed (it often is) so all is just so.
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