2016 Mercedes GL450 4Matic Braking
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2016 Mercedes GL450 4Matic Braking
I have a 2016 GL450 4Matic that does not have responsive braking in comparison to the other Mercedes that I have owned. Is there an upgrade kit that does not break the bank? I know that it is a big and heavy vehicle, but the braking is poor. Pads and rotors are good. Thx
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You'll have to be more specific with this braking issue. Is it that the brakes are working and you just don't like the way it feels/how long it takes to slow down? Or is there an actual mechanical issue that is causing the brakes to not perform as designed? You are correct, it is a big, heavy vehicle. It will generally take longer to slow this large massive object down compared to other Mercedes-Benz products.
Does the brake pedal feel spongy or go to the floor? Is it a hard-pedal feel or little to no travel of the pedal? What condition is the brake fluid in; is it dark/black, does it have air in the system? If you have Mercedes brand Rotors and Pads (that are allegedly in good condition) and there are no other indications of a problem with the brakes then they work as designed.
If you wanted to upgrade the system you'll probably need to get with a European Specialty shop or some sort of aftermarket/modification mechanic and request upgraded brakes, perhaps AMG. A dealership will not help you with this -- dealerships will insist that they only deal with OEM parts, they do not perform aftermarket work. Installing upgraded parts on a vehicle that did not come with said parts from the production line is considered aftermarket. Even if the parts you're upgrading to are AMG or Mercedes-Benz branded. If you're lucky you may find a parts advisor at a dealership willing to take the extra time out of his day trying to determine if AMG calipers, rotors & pads could even fit on your car without modifying anything else like the rims and tires. I know it seems like it would be a simple task to improve your brakes but with Mercedes-Benz vehicles this is not the case. These vehicles are designed and engineered meticulously by Mercedes-Benz to perform and fit a certain way.
... And to answer your question: There is no option available that is cheap. Labor on luxury or European vehicles will always be high, and the parts equally so. ESPECIALLY AMG parts.
I hope I helped. Good luck to you
Does the brake pedal feel spongy or go to the floor? Is it a hard-pedal feel or little to no travel of the pedal? What condition is the brake fluid in; is it dark/black, does it have air in the system? If you have Mercedes brand Rotors and Pads (that are allegedly in good condition) and there are no other indications of a problem with the brakes then they work as designed.
If you wanted to upgrade the system you'll probably need to get with a European Specialty shop or some sort of aftermarket/modification mechanic and request upgraded brakes, perhaps AMG. A dealership will not help you with this -- dealerships will insist that they only deal with OEM parts, they do not perform aftermarket work. Installing upgraded parts on a vehicle that did not come with said parts from the production line is considered aftermarket. Even if the parts you're upgrading to are AMG or Mercedes-Benz branded. If you're lucky you may find a parts advisor at a dealership willing to take the extra time out of his day trying to determine if AMG calipers, rotors & pads could even fit on your car without modifying anything else like the rims and tires. I know it seems like it would be a simple task to improve your brakes but with Mercedes-Benz vehicles this is not the case. These vehicles are designed and engineered meticulously by Mercedes-Benz to perform and fit a certain way.
... And to answer your question: There is no option available that is cheap. Labor on luxury or European vehicles will always be high, and the parts equally so. ESPECIALLY AMG parts.
I hope I helped. Good luck to you
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