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Old Apr 29, 2017 | 08:29 AM
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Default Wandering '98 SLK 230

I recently purchased a fine 1998 SLK 230 with about 31,000 miles. The vehicle runs great except it dangerously wanders the road. An experienced MB mechanic told me it is a trait of the early SLKs. I find it hard to believe that MB would produce a car with that problem. Has anyone experienced this issue. Would the addition of sway bars correct the problem?
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Old May 1, 2017 | 04:03 PM
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Welcome to the forum! When you say it 'wanders the road', do you mean it pulls to one side? There may be a need to replace some suspension parts (sway, control arm) or it may need a serious alignment. Does the steering feel loose?
 
Old May 10, 2017 | 12:03 PM
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You might also try running a different set of tires on the front to eliminate that as an issue in the chain.
 
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